Layered Southwestern Chicken Salad Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1/2 cup lime juice
1/2 cup sour cream
1/3 cup fresh cilantro leaves
2 tbsp sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1/2 cup olive oil
1 package (10 oz) hearts of romaine salad mix
1 medium tomato, chopped
1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 small red onion, chopped
2 packages (6 oz each) ready-to-use southwestern chicken strips
2 cups (8 oz) shredded mexican cheese blend
1 can (11 oz) mexicorn, drained
1 can (6 oz) sliced ripe olives, drained
2 cups coarsely crushed tortilla chips
additional fresh cilantro leaves

Directions:

For dressing, in a blender, combine the first six ingredients; cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Transfer to a small bowl; cover and refrigerate until serving.
In a 4-qt. glass salad bowl, layer the remaining ingredients in the order listed. Serve with dressing. Yield: 8 servings.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	510.21 Kcal (2136 kJ)
Calories from fat	287.24 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	31.92g	49%
Cholesterol	16.76mg	6%
Sodium	443.34mg	18%
Potassium	284.7mg	6%
Total Carbs	48.51g	16%
Sugars	3.97g	16%
Dietary Fiber	4.06g	16%
Protein	9.16g	18%
Vitamin C	7.9mg	13%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	3%
Iron	1mg	6%
Calcium	142.5mg	14%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	322.5 Kcal (1350 kJ)
Calories from fat	181.56 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	20.17g	49%
Cholesterol	10.6mg	6%
Sodium	280.24mg	18%
Potassium	179.96mg	6%
Total Carbs	30.66g	16%
Sugars	2.51g	16%
Dietary Fiber	2.56g	16%
Protein	5.79g	18%
Vitamin C	5mg	13%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	3%
Iron	0.6mg	6%
Calcium	90.1mg	14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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