Black Bean And Mango Chicken Salad Recipe

This vibrant Black Bean & Mango Chicken Salad is a flavor explosion! Sweet mango, savory black beans, and juicy grilled chicken create a perfect harmony. This recipe is a fantastic way to use up leftover chicken and is easily customizable to your taste. Perfect for a light lunch, weeknight dinner, or a potluck contribution. Get ready for a taste of the tropics!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 14 mins
Calories 871.5 kcal
Protein 69g
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Black Bean And Mango Chicken Salad 250

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Ingredients for Black Bean And Mango Chicken Salad

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How to Make Black Bean And Mango Chicken Salad

  1. **Prepare the Chicken:** If using leftover chicken, shred or dice 1 ½ cups of cooked chicken.
  2. **Prepare the Mango:** Dice 1 ripe mango into ½-inch pieces.
  3. **Combine Salad Ingredients:** In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced mango, 1 (15-ounce) can black beans (rinsed and drained), ½ cup chopped red onion, ½ cup chopped cilantro, and the dressing of your choice (see dressing suggestions below).
  4. **Make the Dressing (optional):** Whisk together ¼ cup lime juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon honey, ½ teaspoon chili powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  5. **Chill and Serve:** Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled with crispy tortilla chips.
  6. **Make the Tortilla Chips:** Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly coat 2 small corn tortillas with cooking spray on both sides.
  7. **Cut and Bake:** Cut each tortilla into 8 thin wedges. Arrange on a baking sheet and bake for 6-8 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
  8. **Cool and Store:** Let tortilla chips cool completely before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

44 g

Sugar

77g

Fat

24g

Carbs

42g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Black Bean And Mango Chicken Salad?

Black Bean And Mango Chicken Salad takes about 29 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 14 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Black Bean And Mango Chicken Salad?

Black Bean And Mango Chicken Salad has approximately 871.5 calories per serving, with about 69 g protein, 42 g carbohydrates and 40 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Black Bean And Mango Chicken Salad?

The key ingredients for Black Bean And Mango Chicken Salad are Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast, Black Beans, Frozen Corn, Mango, Green Pepper, Sweet Onion. See the full list with measurements above.

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