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Salpicón de pollo recipe.

Salpicón de Pollo

author Maricruz Avalos Flores
4 servings
Salpicón de pollo is a fresh and flavorful Mexican salad made with shredded chicken, crisp veggies, and a zesty lime dressing. It’s super easy to make and perfect served with crunchy tostadas for a light and tasty meal!
prep 15 minutes
total 15 minutes
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Equipment

  • 1 large mixing bowl

Ingredients 

  • 3 cups shredded chicken breast
  • 2 medium tomatoes (sliced)
  • 1 medium red bell pepper (cut into strips)
  • 1 medium yellow bell pepper (cut into strips)
  • 1 small white onion (sliced)
  • 1 small red onion (sliced)
  • 2 jalapeño peppers (chopped)
  • 1 large carrot (cut into ribbons)
  • 4 cups lettuce (chopped)
  • ½ cup olives (pitted and sliced)

For dressing

  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup white vinegar
  • 1 lime (juice)
  • 2 Tbsps cilantro (chopped)
  • 1 Tbsp oregano
  • salt & pepper (to taste)

Instructions
 

  • Place olive oil, vinegar, lime juice, orégano, and chopped cilantro in a jar.
  • Add a pinch of salt and freshly cracked pepper, close the lid, and shake the jar until all ingredients are emulsified.
  • Place shredded chicken in a large mixing bowl along with all vegetables and olives.
  • Pour over the dressing and mix gently for 2-3 minutes or until all veggies and chicken and nicely coated with the dressing.
  • Adjust salt and pepper to taste then serve immediately or chill it in the fridge for 20-30 minutes so the flavors blend together.

Notes

  • You can totally use leftover rotisserie chicken for this recipe. Super easy and full of flavor.
  • Pick a mix of fresh, seasonal veggies, they make it colorful and extra tasty.
  • Feel free to adjust the lime juice and vinegar to make it as tangy as you like.
  • And don’t forget: mix in the dressing about 15–20 minutes before serving and let it chill a bit so all the flavors come together nicely!
Nutrition Information
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 395kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 79mg | Sodium: 661mg | Potassium: 796mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 5101IU | Vitamin C: 121mg | Calcium: 90mg | Iron: 3mg