Applebee S Aztec Chicken Salad Recipe

Craving Applebee's delicious Aztec Chicken Salad? This copycat recipe lets you recreate the restaurant favorite at home! Enjoy tender chicken, crisp veggies, and a zesty, creamy dressing in under an hour. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a satisfying lunch.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 215.9 kcal
Protein 37g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Applebee S Aztec Chicken Salad

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Applebee S Aztec Chicken Salad

  • Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
  • Dry Rub Seasonings
  • Vegetable Oil
  • Salad Greens
  • Red Bell Peppers
  • Green Bell Peppers
  • Red Onions
  • Corn Kernels
  • Celery
  • Black Beans
  • Corn Tortilla Strips
  • Smoky Tomato Vinaigrette
  • Monterey Jack Pepper Cheese

How to Make Applebee S Aztec Chicken Salad

  1. Cook chicken breasts until fully cooked. Shred and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, black beans, corn, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeno (if using), avocado, and cilantro.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture. Toss to coat evenly.
  5. Serve immediately or chill for later. Garnish with tortilla chips before serving.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

23g

Carbs

2g