Begin by making your dressing; Combine all the dressing ingredients in a mixing bowl and whisk until well combined.
In a large 4-quart glass serving bowl, layer the ingredients as follows from the bottom up: black beans, corn, lettuce, tomatoes and chicken.
Spread the dressing over the salad and top with shredded cheese.
Cover and refrigerate until you're ready to serve, up to 12 hours.
Toss ingredients together before serving and ENJOY!