290 Cals 34 Protein 20 Carbs 9 Fats
PREP TIME:
5 mins
COOK TIME:
4 hrs
TOTAL TIME:
4 hrs
YIELD:4 SERVINGS
COURSE:Salad
CUISINE:American
This simple slow cooker chicken taco salad is high in fiber and protein which means it”s very satisfying – all for under 300 calories. Trust me, you won’t miss the tortillas!
INGREDIENTS
2 16 oz total skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon reduced sodium taco seasoning
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 cup canned black beans, rinsed
1 cup chunky salsa
For the Salad:
6 cups chopped romaine or red leaf
1/4 cup reduced fat Mexican cheese blend
1/2 cup zesty avocado cilantro buttermilk dressing
INSTRUCTIONS
Place the chicken in the slow cooker and season with taco seasoning and cumin.
Pour the beans over the chicken and top with salsa. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours, or until the chicken is tender and easily shreds with 2 forks.
Shred the chicken and combine with the beans and sauce, keep warm until ready to eat. Makes 3 1/2 cups.
To make the salad, place 1 1/2 cups lettuce on each plate, top with 3/4 cup chicken and bean mixture, 1 tbsp cheese and 2 tablespoons zesty avocado buttermilk dressing.
Serving: 1salad, Calories: 290kcal, Carbohydrates: 20g, Protein: 34g, Fat: 9g, Cholesterol: 69mg, Sodium: 521mg, Fiber: 8g, Sugar: 1gBlue Smart Points:6Green Smart Points:9Purple Smart Points:6Points +:7