Smart Mexican-Inspired Chicken Tender Salad
with Lime Crema Dressing- Sulphites
- Milk
No longer just the dollop on top of your taco, lime crema is the star of this spicy chicken salad! The smooth, creamy, zippy dressing tangos with smoky chipotle heat for a perfectly balanced bite every time! Smart is based on a per serving calculation of the recipe's kilocalorie and carbohydrate amount.
Ingredients
310 g
Chicken Breast Tenders
1 tbsp
Enchilada Spice Blend
(Contains: Sulphites)
113 g
Spring Mix
160 g
Tomato
1 unit
Green Onion
1 unit
Lime
3 tbsp
Sour Cream
(Contains: Milk)
½ tsp
Chipotle Powder
1 unit
Garlic, cloves
Not included in your delivery
½ tbsp
Oil*
0.13 tsp
Salt*
0.13 tsp
Pepper*
Nutrition Values
Utensils
Cooking Steps
Before starting, wash and dry all produce. Heat Guide for Step 2: 1/8 tsp for mild, 1/4 tsp medium, 1/2 tsp spicy, 1 tsp extra-spicy Cut tomatoes into 1/2-inch pieces. Thinly slice green onion. Zest, then juice lime.
Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Add chicken, garlic puree, Enchilada Spice Blend and 1/4 tsp chipotle powder to a medium bowl. (NOTE: Reference heat guide.) Season with salt and pepper, then toss to coat.
Heat a large non-stick pan over medium heat. When hot, add 1/2 tbsp oil, then chicken. (NOTE: Don't overcrowd the pan; cook chicken in 2 batches for 4 ppl, using 1/2 tbsp oil per batch!) Cook until chicken is golden-brown and cooked through, 4-5 min per side.**
While chicken cooks, add sour cream, lime zest and 1 tbsp lime juice (dbl for 4 ppl) to another medium bowl. Add 1/4 tsp chipotle powder for extra heat, if desired. Season with salt and pepper, then whisk to combine.
Add spring mix, tomatoes and half the green onions to a large bowl. Add half the lime crema dressing. Toss to combine.
Divide salad between plates. Top with chicken. Drizzle remaining lime crema dressing over top. Sprinkle with remaining green onions.
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Feb 2026- Flavor: Many enjoyed the spicy kick, but some found the flavors unbalanced or too acidic; consider adjusting spice levels to taste.
- Ease of prep: Quick and easy to prepare with minimal cleanup, making it perfect for a light summer meal.
- Suggestions: Add crunchy elements like tortilla strips or corn; include more veggies such as cucumber, bell pepper, or beans for variety.
- Portions: Some found it light for a full meal; consider adding grains like bulgur or increasing protein for more substance.
- Dressing: Increase dressing quantity; thin it out slightly for better coverage and add a touch of sweetness to balance acidity.
