This High-Protein Mexican Chicken Salad Comes Together in Minutes

Mexican chicken salad on a tostada with valentina hot sauce
October 8, 2024

By Miguel Guerrero

Growing up, my mom would make ensalada de pollo after a long work day; it was an affordable and easy recipe for her to throw together that would keep us all full and satisfied. I'd eat it as a snack on a tostada or Saltines, and in a sandwich for lunch the next day. Now, I make it when I'm short on time and need something healthy, simple, and packed with protein. As long as you have a rotisserie chicken (or some already-poached breasts), it comes together in ten minutes, is loaded with vegetables, and is super satisfying thanks to a creamy dressing. Don't forget to top it off with a drizzle of Valentina for an extra kick!
Ensalada de Pollo (Mexican Chicken Salad)

Ensalada de Pollo (Mexican Chicken Salad)

Miguel Guerrero

Ingredients

  • 3 cups shredded chicken (from 2 cooked chicken breasts)

  • 3 cups mixed vegetables (corn, carrots, peas, and potatoes; canned or frozen)

  • 2-3 pickled jalapeños, minced (adjust to taste), plus 2 tbsp of their juice

  • 1 cup lime mayonnaise or regular mayonnaise (add more for a creamier texture)

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Tostadas or saltines

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, mayonnaise, mixed vegetables, salt, pepper, minced jalapeños, and pickled jalapeño juice. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.

  2. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pickled jalapeño juice, if desired. Refrigerate the salad for 1-2 hours, or until chilled.

  3. Serve on tostadas or with saltine crackers and top with Valentina hot sauce.

3 comments

PHYLLIS |

Looks very delicious yummy and I’m planning on making it this weekend

JEN JOHNSON |

Love this and that it’s high protein! I’ve just found Masienda via Vitamina T book purchase and I’m LOVING it all, thank you for all that you share!!

M. ANN FLEMING |

Sounds wonderful

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