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If you’re craving a hearty salad<\/a> that\u2019s more than just a side dish, look no further than our Southwest chicken salad recipe\u2014a vibrant medley of bold flavors and flavorful ingredients that will make it the star of any meal. With tender rotisserie chicken, smoky roasted red peppers, crisp corn and crunchy onions, it’s a chicken salad worthy of regular rotation in your recipe repertoire.<\/p>\n Tossed in a well-seasoned dressing, this salad has a wonderful mix of textures and tastes that will leave your crew asking for seconds. Whether you’re serving it as a salad on a bed of greens, stuffed into a pita pocket sammie or wrapped up in tortillas pinwheels, this crowd-pleasing dish is easy, nutritious and tasty.<\/p>\n In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients.<\/p>\n In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients together and pour the vinaigrette over the chicken mixture. Give it a few good tosses to coat, until everything is well combined. Then place in the refrigerator until you’re ready to serve.<\/p>\n If you’re serving the chicken salad with greens, place a few handfuls in a bowl and top with the chicken mixture. Sprinkle with almonds and serve.<\/p>\n To serve this salad as a pita pocket sandwich, line the pita halves with lettuce leaves, fill the pockets with chicken salad, top with any additional garnishes and dig in.<\/p>\n If you’re going the wrap route, place the chicken salad off-center on tortillas, top with avocado, then roll up, slice and enjoy!<\/p>\n Prepping the chicken salad in advance allows it to hang out in the fridge until you’re ready to serve. If it’s going to be there longer for a few hours\u2014or up to a day\u2014use a sealed airtight container to keep it from drying out. Store the pita, tortillas and lettuce separately though, on the counter for the bread and the greens in the fridge so you don’t have soggy sandwiches when it comes time to eat.<\/p>\n Since this chicken salad doesn’t contain dairy, it will last up to five days in the refrigerator. If it starts to get a little dry towards the end, you can always whip up extra dressing and give it another toss to liven it up.<\/p>\n Although you could, you don’t want to. The texture and taste won’t be the same when you defrost it.<\/p>\n Be sure to let it chill before serving. It needs at least a couple of hours for the ingredients to develop and absorb all the seasonings from the dressing. Also, if you like your chicken salad on the spicy side, add a few dashes of hot sauce to the dressing or chopped jalapenos to the salad.<\/p>\n Many southwest-style dressings are mayo, yogurt or sour cream-based. If you want a creamier salad, add one of these (or a mix!) to the dressing.<\/p>\n Given the bold, Tex-Mex flavors in this dish, it pairs well with other Mexican favorites such as rice and beans<\/a>, queso dip<\/a>, nachos<\/a>, guacamole<\/a>, frozen margaritas<\/a> and cold beer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" My husband loves salads, and this flavorful chicken recipe is easy, nutritious and very tasty. Serve it over greens, tucked in a pita or rolled up in a tortilla. \u2014Sara Hobbs, West Tawakoni, Texas<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7061,"featured_media":2050693,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[307330,304173,304328,305271,304998,305487,304338,304515,304433,304988,304408,304368,306848,304297,304268,307307,305383,304455,305374,304558,304350,324623,306625,306571,304388,304395,304398,304150],"categories-v2":[310369,312479,309455,308984,309216,308945,310796,308992,308880,308833,308935,308813,308745,309603,308308,259483,310342,309391,308860,309381,308910,309001,309177,312554,312458,308752,308782,308797,309434],"coauthors":[343420],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Southwest Corn Salad","post_link":"\/recipes\/southwest-corn-salad\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Southwest-Corn-Salad_EXPS_FT21_22213_F_0730_1-1-e1722430091302.jpg"},{"post_title":"Slow-Cooker Chicken Taco Salad","post_link":"\/recipes\/slow-cooker-chicken-taco-salad\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Slow-Cooker-Chicken-Taco-Salad_EXPS_TOHD24_175204_DianaChistruga_9.jpg"},{"post_title":"Slow-Cooker Buffalo Chicken Salad","post_link":"\/recipes\/slow-cooker-buffalo-chicken-salad\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Slow-Cooker-Buffalo-Chicken-Salad_EXPS_TOHESCODR20_198513_E02_11_2b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Copycat Southwest Chicken Salad","post_link":"\/recipes\/copycat-southwest-chicken-salad\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Copycat-Southwest-Chicken-Salad_EXPS_RC22_268164_P2_MD_04_13_2b_V1.jpg"},{"post_title":"Chicken Salad","post_link":"\/recipes\/chicken-salad\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Chicken-Salad_EXPS_TOHPP19_3087_B08_27_2b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Southwest Chicken Dinner","post_link":"\/recipes\/southwest-chicken-dinner\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Southwest-Chicken-Dinner_EXPS_400CRDS18_74989_D01_09_2b-1.jpg"},{"post_title":"Southwest Chicken","post_link":"\/recipes\/southwest-chicken\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Southwest-Chicken_exps45205_SSCM1753684A10_01_3bC_RMS.jpg"},{"post_title":"South-of-the-Border Chicken Salad with Tequila Lime Dressing","post_link":"\/recipes\/south-of-the-border-chicken-salad-with-tequila-lime-dressing\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/South-of-the-Border-Chicken-Salad-with-Tequila-Lime-Dressing_EXPS_FT20_55215_F_0528_1_HOME.jpg"},{"post_title":"Chicken Salad with a Twist","post_link":"\/recipes\/chicken-salad-with-a-twist\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps35429_TH1113264D37C.jpg"},{"post_title":"Hot Chicken Salad Casserole","post_link":"\/recipes\/hot-chicken-salad-casserole\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/recipeFallback.jpg"},{"post_title":"Cheesy Hot Chicken Salad","post_link":"\/recipes\/cheesy-hot-chicken-salad\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps18144_CAS949391D39_B.jpg"},{"post_title":"Chicken Salad Casserole","post_link":"\/recipes\/chicken-salad-casserole\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps32382_TH950745D48-2.jpg"},{"post_title":"Southwestern Chicken Salad","post_link":"\/recipes\/southwestern-chicken-salad\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps24012_LT854095D48.jpg"}],"acf":{"long_pin":"https:\/\/tmbidigitalassetsazure.blob.core.windows.net\/rms3-prod\/attachments\/37\/1200x1200\/Delicious-Southwest-Chicken-Salad-Recipe--How-to-Make-It_EXPS_TOHD24_47874_KaylaWidmer_7.jpg","long_pin_file":false,"ncv_override_generic_settings_option":false,"ncv_autoplay_option":"","ncv_stickyplay_option":"","ncv_ads_option":"","ncv_mute_option":"","ncv_comscore_option":"","ncv_autoplay_mobile_option":"","ncv_viewable_threshold_option":"","ncv_sticky_offset_option":"","ncv_autopause_option":"","ncv_sticky_offset_mobile_option":"","ncv_autopause_mobile_option":"","ncv_sticky_mobile_option":"","ncv_remove_player_option":false,"ncv_moat_option":""},"recipe_schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Recipe","@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/southwest-chicken-salad\/","name":"Southwest Chicken Salad","datePublished":"2018-01-01","dateModified":"2024-09-09","prepTime":"PT30M","cookTime":"PT0M","totalTime":"PT30M","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Delicious-Southwest-Chicken-Salad-Recipe-How-to-Make-It_EXPS_TOHD24_47874_KaylaWidmer_7.jpg","height":1200,"width":1200},"recipeCategory":["Lunch"],"description":"My husband loves salads, and this flavorful chicken recipe is easy, nutritious and very tasty. 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Give it a few good tosses to coat, until everything is well combined. Then place in the refrigerator until you're ready to serve.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Southwest_Chicken_Salad_TOHD24_47874_KaylaWidmer_2.jpg?fit=700,1024"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Make the salad","text":"If you're serving the chicken salad with greens, place a few handfuls in a bowl and top with the chicken mixture. 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Diabetic Exchanges<\/b>: <\/B>2 lean meat"},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":4.714286,"reviewCount":21,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"recipeCuisine":"North America, Mexican","review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-05-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleTurtle"},"reviewBody":"I love this recipe. It makes a large batch and you can add in whatever you want or have on hand. I like to add cherry tomatoes, avocado, black beans and sharp cheddar cheese. It is really good on top of chopped lettuce as a salad, in tortilla wraps or served with Scoops tortilla chips. I usually double the dressing so I have extra if I make a salad out of it.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-12-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedFlask"},"reviewBody":"Definite keeper! I also add a can of drained black beans or black eyed peas to this. When fresh corn comes out in the summer, don't skimp on time, fresh shaved corn in this is awesome!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-01-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleMustache"},"reviewBody":"I've made this several times now and totally agree with adding black beans or even chickpeas.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-05-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedBee"},"reviewBody":"Made this for the first time last night. I grilled some chicken breast rather than using the pre-cooked chicken from a store. Other than that, I followed the recipe. I liked it served over fresh salad greens. I can see adding a jalapeno or two for kick if you like it spicy.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-05-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueScooter"},"reviewBody":"Twelve of us are at a quilt retreat in Lake Tahoe and we made this. Really needed to be doubled for 12! Everyone loved it and wants the recipe. Yummy!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-04-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueCactus"},"reviewBody":"Great recipe and you can make it a little bit differently every time by adding avocado, tortilla chips, black beans, etc. You could also use the precooked Purdue chicken for a quick supper. I love the addition of cilantro.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-10-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OlivePin"},"reviewBody":"I used this salad with the pita option and my family enjoyed it. I added a can of black beans. It was light but filling.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-04-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueApple"},"reviewBody":"Wonderful flavor. I omitted the cilantro since my family doesn't like the flavor. It made a healthy meal that the family enjoyed.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-10-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedCloud"},"reviewBody":"just on some romaine is delicious!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-07-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanApple"},"reviewBody":"Easy to make and lots of flavor. I used canned chicken, canned fiesta corn, chipotle chili powder, doubled up on the dressing and added black beans. This one is a keeper!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-07-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenBee"},"reviewBody":"This was a great recipe. We made it for lunch and put it into tortillas and it was very delicious. Very easy to put together as well. Next time I am going to try it on the lettuce and I'm sure it will be outstanding then too.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-04-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanCupcake"},"reviewBody":"I don't like vegetables so I try to 'hide' them in foods I'll eat. I like chicken salad well enough so, in a fit of healthy eating, I decided to make this. It-was-delicious! I added black beans to give it a little more color and a couple of roasted jalapenos (minus the seeds) for spice. Aside from that, the only thing I'd really change is .. I might make a larger batch of the dressing. The amount provided is enough.. i just really REALLY like the dressing so... I want more!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-05-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"sweetangelkisses"},"reviewBody":"The salad was good but I didn't care for the dressing. It was too \"cumin-ey\".Too strong of a taste for me. And I\"m the type that luvs a lot of taste and flavor to things -- the dressing was just wrong.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-07-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanClover"},"reviewBody":"I have made this many times since I first found it in the magazine. I love it! I up the spice a bit by using chipotle powder in place of some or all of the regular chili powder (depending on who I am serving it to! :)I think it is even better if made ahead, or as leftovers when the favors have all blended.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-06-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueToast"},"reviewBody":"Good use of leftover chicken. Left out the corn since my husband doesn't like it but added a few extra peppers. Good alternative to mayo based chicken salads.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-01-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeSushi"},"reviewBody":"I really didn't think this would be something that I would eat, but when my friend had me try it, I was hooked from the first bite!I think it would be excellent in a hard taco shell. We crush just a bit of tortilla chips over ours right before we eat it. I also add a can of black beans for a little more of a nutrition kick.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-04-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedWheel"},"reviewBody":"made several times--excellent on vegetable salad, also","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-04-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueCloud"},"reviewBody":"This is a delicious recipe! Great flavor! I had chicken breast on hand so I used that, and green pepper instead of red pepper. My family loves this dish!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-06-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenGuitar"},"reviewBody":"A wonderful simple recipe full of flavor.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-08-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueTurtle"},"reviewBody":"Tasty, light and easy.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-04-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenMagnet"},"reviewBody":"This was pretty good. I used an actual rotisserie chicken from the store, but I think next time I'll just use cubed chicken breast to save time on clean up.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"data":{"status":204},"message":"No shortcode found in recipe"},"rms_legacy_id":"47874","romance_copy_dek":"My husband loves salads, and this flavorful chicken recipe is easy, nutritious and very tasty. 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Directions<\/h2>\n
Step 1: Make the chicken salad<\/h3>\n
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Step 2: Make the dressing<\/h3>\n
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Step 3: Make the salad<\/h3>\n
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Step 4: Make the pitas<\/h3>\n
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Step 5: Make the wraps<\/h3>\n
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Southwest Chicken Salad Variations<\/h2>\n
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How to Store Southwest Chicken Salad<\/h2>\n
How long does southwest chicken salad last?<\/h3>\n
Can you freeze southwest chicken salad?<\/h3>\n
Southwest Chicken Salad Tips<\/h2>\n
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How do I make southwest chicken salad better?<\/h3>\n
What’s in a traditional southwest salad dressing?<\/h3>\n
What to serve with southwest chicken salad?<\/h3>\n