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Skinny Southwest Chicken Salad

Published on January 5, 2019, Updated August 26, 2020 by Kristin Maxwell | 49 Comments

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Summer is coming and if you are on the lookout for a fresh and easy appetizer to serve at your next party or get together, the Skinny Southwest Chicken Dip is perfect! Full of tender white meat chicken and loads of veggies and spices this is a healthy Southwest Chicken Salad that can be served as an appetizer or a main course!

Skinny Southwest Chicken Salad in a large bowl with a spoon.

This recipe was originally posted in 2013.

SKINNY SOUTHWEST CHICKEN SALAD

Remember the movie “Mermaids?” The mom only had one cookbook and it was for finger foods, so that’s all she knew how to cook – everything was on a stick! I could totally live my life eating like that. Finger foods, dips, appetizers, yeah those are my loves.

Unfortunately, those types of foods are generally not that good for you. They usually taste amazing, but they aren’t amazing for your waistline. Unless, that is, you’re indulging in this amazing Skinny Southwest Chicken Dip. It’s definitely doesn’t taste healthy, but it really is!

Skinny Southwest Chicken Salad on a plate served as a dip with tortilla chips.

DIFFERENT WAYS TO ENJOY SKINNY SOUTHWEST CHICKEN SALAD

  • Serve as a dip with tortilla chips or pita crisps.
  • Wrap in a tortilla or lettuce cups.
  • Serve on a bed of lettuce or in a pita pocket for a lo-carb lunch.
  • Spread between two slices of toasted wheat bread for a delicious sandwich.

I love that it’s healthy, and my kids practically demand the stuff! We had a “leftovers night” not to long ago, and this was his choice over everything else! It’s got tons of vegetables, like peppers, tomatoes and corn, black beans and chicken for protein and Greek yogurt with lots of southwest seasonings.

southwest chicken dip ingredients in a bowl with a wooden spoon.

WHAT’S IN A SOUTHWEST CHICKEN SALAD?

  • Shredded chicken breast
  • Black beans
  • Tomatoes
  • Bell peppers
  • Green onions
  • Corn
  • Lime juice
  • Greek yogurt
  • Taco seasoning
  • Salt and pepper

The salt will be an important element of this recipe, because it will amp up all of the other ingredients, so if the salad seems bland to you, add salt.

HOW TO MAKE SOUTHWEST CHICKEN SALAD

This Southwest Chicken Salad could not be easier to make! Simply combine the ingredients together in a large bowl, season with salt and pepper and a few squeezes of lime juice. Enjoy as a salad or serve with chips for a delicious Southwest Chicken Dip!

Skinny Southwest Chicken Salad mixed together in a bowl with a wooden spoon

My son has already requested to take this in his lunch during the school year. I think he thinks he’s getting away with something because he eats it with tortilla chips. I’m just happy he’s actually eating something other than chicken nuggets!

Skinny Southwest Chicken Salad scooped onto a tortilla chip

If you liked this Skinny Southwest Chicken Appetizer, you’ll love:

  • Lightened Up Broccoli Pasta Salad with Grapes
  • Tropical Chicken Pasta Salad
  • Skinny Taco Dip
  • Creamy Chicken, Apple and Grape Salad

For all dips go HERE, for all salads go HERE and for the Recipe Index go HERE.

Skinny Southwest Chicken Salad recipe

Kristin
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Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins
Servings 6 servings
Calories 121 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups Plain Greek Yogurt
  • 1-2 tablespoons Taco seasoning to taste
  • 2 cups shredded or diced boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 2 Roma tomatoes diced
  • 1 bunch green onions chopped
  • 6 mini sweet peppers or one large orange red or yellow pepper, diced
  • 1 15-ounce can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 15-ounce can corn drained
  • Salt to taste
  • Lime juice to taste

Instructions
 

  • Mix yogurt and seasonings in a small bowl and set aside while you prep the rest of your ingredients.
  • Mix chicken, veggies, and beans in a large bowl.
  • Add yogurt mixture and combine well to coat.
  • Add salt to taste.
  • Can be served immediately, but if possible, allow to marinate in the refrigerator for at least an hour.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 121kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 17gFat: 3gCholesterol: 37mgSodium: 89mgPotassium: 285mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1105IUVitamin C: 38.8mgCalcium: 65mgIron: 0.8mg
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

 

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Kristin Maxwell is the creator and main recipe developer, writer, and photographer of Yellow Bliss Road. A self-taught cook and self-appointed foodie, she specializes in easy, flavorful and approachable recipes for any home cook. Read more about Kristin HERE.

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  1. Cindy Jean says

    August 27, 2020 at 6:39 am

    Great beginning dip. I did add some cumin, fresh cilantro, and fresh, diced jalapeno for extra flavor and a little pop.

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    • Kristin says

      August 29, 2020 at 9:37 pm

      Awesome feedback Cindy! Thanks for stopping by.

      Reply
  2. Kim says

    June 25, 2019 at 6:39 am

    How do you cook your chicken for this recipe?

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    • Kristin says

      June 26, 2019 at 11:33 am

      There are several options – you could boil the chicken for about 20-30 minutes, then shred it.
      Cook it in the slow cooker: https://www.yellowblissroad.com/easy-slow-cooker-shredded-chicken/
      Cook it in the instant pot: https://www.yellowblissroad.com/instant-pot-shredded-chicken/
      Or cook up some of my baked chicken: https://www.yellowblissroad.com/baked-chicken-breasts/
      Or you could go the easiest route, and purchase a fully cooked rotisserie chicken from the grocery store and just shred that.

      Reply
  3. Whitney says

    August 14, 2018 at 2:28 pm

    As some of the others said, I found it quite bland as well. I ended up adding a LOT more garlic and onion powder, some more chili powder and even a little taco seasoning. It ended being good and my husband and I both enjoyed it. But if you like flavorful food, just be prepared to add some more spices!

    Reply
  4. Leigh says

    July 5, 2018 at 12:07 pm

    Would this be a zero point snack on the WW freestyle program?

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    • Kristin says

      July 10, 2018 at 9:47 am

      You’d have to consult the program for that info.

      Reply
  5. Desiree M. Chambers says

    June 9, 2018 at 12:31 pm

    I also added cumin to have more flavor,but taco seasoning would be great too.I love it.

    Reply
  6. Stephanie says

    April 12, 2018 at 3:07 pm

    How many calories for the skinny southwest chicken dip

    Reply
  7. Kayla says

    January 18, 2018 at 7:35 am

    Do you happen to know how many carbs is in this and the serving size? Thanks!

    Reply
  8. Boyan Minchev says

    June 30, 2017 at 8:55 am

    This recipe looks very delicious, I will try cook this Skinny Southwest Chicken Dip to my girls tonight. Thanks for sharing this amazing recipe with us.

    Reply
  9. Alison says

    May 21, 2017 at 2:43 pm

    Just made this tonight and it was very bland to me. I had to add a lot more seasoning like Mexican chili powder and chipotle seasoning. I also added avocado and cilantro to add extra flavors. Great concept since you can make it to your own taste but definitely too bland with the original recipe for me.

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  10. Heather says

    February 16, 2017 at 10:44 am

    I just made this recipe and I agree with comments who said it was bland. It needed some more layers of flavor. Next time I make it I’m going to use drained rote tomatoes in lieu of the Roma tomatoes. I’ll also really season up my chicken. It’s a great recipe to customize and make your own.

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