Best 5 Applebees Aztec Chicken Salad Recipes

**Applebee's Aztec Chicken Salad: A Taste of Southwest in Every Bite**

Awaken your taste buds with the tantalizing flavors of Applebee's Aztec Chicken Salad, a dish that captures the vibrant culinary spirit of the Southwest. This delectable salad features succulent grilled chicken, roasted corn, black beans, and a medley of fresh vegetables, all tossed in a zesty, creamy dressing. Served on a bed of crisp lettuce and topped with crunchy tortilla strips, this salad promises a delightful play of textures and an explosion of flavors in every bite. Whether you're looking for a satisfying lunch, a light dinner, or a refreshing meal on a hot summer day, the Aztec Chicken Salad is sure to hit the spot. Ready to embark on this culinary adventure? Let's dive into the recipe and discover how to recreate this flavor-packed salad in your own kitchen.

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APPLEBEE'S ORIENTAL CHICKEN SALAD

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A healthy copycat version of Applebee's Oriental Chicken Salad that's just as good as the original for a fraction of the calories!

Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated

Categories Salad

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

5 cups chopped romaine lettuce (about 1 head)
1 1/2 cups shredded red cabbage
1 1/2 cups shredded carrots
8 Crispy Asian Chicken Tenders
1/3 cup toasted sliced almonds
1/3 cup chow mein noodles
2 green onions (chopped)
1/2 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1-2 tablespoons nonfat milk (if necessary)

Steps:

Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl or large measuring cup, combine the Greek yogurt, honey, vinegar, mustard, sesame oil, and salt. Taste and add more salt as desired. If the dressing is too thick for your liking, stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons milk, until the desired consistency is reached.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the romaine, red cabbage, and carrots. Arrange the chicken tenders on top. Drizzle with the dressing. Sprinkle with the chow mein noodles, almonds, and green onion. Enjoy immediately.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 (of 4), Calories 370 kcal, Carbohydrate 42 g, Protein 29 g, Fat 11 g, Cholesterol 106 mg, Sodium 304 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 16 g

APPLEBEE'S AZTEC CHICKEN SALAD

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Make and share this Applebee's Aztec Chicken Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by TishT

Categories Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

3/4 lb fresh boneless skinless chicken breast
chipotle chili dry rub seasonings, from specialty store to taste
1 ounce vegetable oil
1 lb chopped salad greens, washed (romaine, Iceberg, Etc)
2 ounces red bell peppers, cut 1/4-inch dice
2 ounces green bell peppers, cut 1/4-inch dice
2 ounces red onions, cut 1/4-inch dice
2 ounces corn kernels, fresh (or Thawed Frozen)
2 ounces celery, cut 1/4-inch dice
2 ounces black beans, drained, rinsed (1/8 of a 15-oz Can)
2 cups tri-color corn tortilla strips (or Crushed Chips)
1 cup smoky tomato vinaigrette (or Dressing of Your Choice)
4 ounces shredded monterey jack pepper cheese

Steps:

Heat oil in skillet over medium heat. Rub chipotle spice over chicken breasts and cook in skillet to a 165º internal temperature.
While cooking, begin preparation of salad by thoroughly cleaning and sanitizing sink. Rinse and wash all vegetables in cold, 40º water with 1/2 cup of salt and 1/2 cup of white vinegar. Drain.
Clean and sanitize cutting board and knife. Chop salad greens into 1X1" squares. Trim peppers, onions, celery and dice into 1/4" cubes and place into large mixing bowl. Add greens, corn, black beans, tortilla strips and dressing and gently mix with a spatula.
Mound salad onto plate and top with pepper jack cheese. When chicken is thoroughly cooked, dice into 1/2" cubes and add to top of salad just prior to serving.

APPLEBEE'S SALAD

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The BEST copycat Applebee's Salad recipe has cornflake crusted chicken on a bed of greens and veggies topped with honey mustard dressing.

Provided by Lauren Allen

Categories Main Course Salad

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

6 Tablespoons honey
3 Tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
2 large eggs
1 cup milk
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup corn flakes cereal (, crushed into crumbs)
salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 cups oil ((vegetable or canola), for frying)
6 cups chopped Romaine lettuce
1 cup chopped red cabbage
1 cup chopped napa cabbage
2 carrots (, shredded)
2 green onions (, chopped)
1/2 cucumber (, chopped)
1/4 cup slivered almonds

Steps:

Make dressing: Combine dressing ingredients in a bowl. Refrigerate until ready to use. (Dressing can be made a few days in advance).
Heat oil: Preheat oil in a pot over medium heat. You want the oil at about 350 degrees F, (or test the oil by putting a small piece of torn bread into the pot and if the bread sizzles, it's ready.)
Coat chicken: ChickenIn a small bowl beat the egg and milk together. In another bowl combine the flour, cornflake crumbs and salt and pepper. Cut chicken into several long thin strips. Dip the strips in the egg mixture, and then into the flour mixture, coating completely.
Fry Chicken: Carefully add coated chicken to the hot oil and fry for 3-4 minutes or until cooked through and coating is dark golden brown.
Assemble Salad: Combine the romaine, red cabbage, napa cabbage, carrots, onions and cucumber. Add chicken on top and then add almonds. Serve with dressing!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 578 kcal, Carbohydrate 73 g, Protein 37 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 175 mg, Sodium 547 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 36 g, TransFat 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 serving

AZTEC CHICKEN SALAD

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Make and share this Aztec Chicken Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lik2fish

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 red pepper, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can sweet corn
monterey jack pepper cheese, grated
1/2 purple onion, chopped
chips
mixed salad green
2 chicken breasts, cooked in fajita seasoning, cut into bite-size pieces

Steps:

Toss with Catalina dressing with a dash of Tabasco.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.2, Fat 8.5, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 46.4, Sodium 65, Carbohydrate 42.9, Fiber 10.9, Sugar 6, Protein 26

COPYCAT APPLEBEE'S LOW-FAT BLACKENED CHICKEN SALAD

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Make and share this Copycat Applebee's Low-Fat Blackened Chicken Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 27

Ingredients

1/4 cup light mayonnaise (or try sour cream!)
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon mustard
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 cup water
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4-1/2 teaspoon cayenne
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons light butter
8 cups chopped iceberg lettuce (or blend of mixed lettuces)
1/2 cup shredded red cabbage
1/2 cup shredded carrot
1/2 cup black beans (optional)
1/2 cup shredded fat free mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded fat-free cheddar cheese
1 large tomatoes, diced
1 hard boiled egg white, diced

Steps:

Dressing:.
Combine dressing ingredients in a small bowl.Mix well with spoon, and store in refrigerator until ready to use.
Marinade:.
Combine water, lime juice,soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce in a medium bowl and stir. Add chicken breasts to the marinade and cover and keep in refrigerator several hours to overnight.
When chicken is marinated, heat an iron skillet(or frying pan) over medium heat. Now is the time to fire up the grill.
Combine Cajun spice ingredients in a small bowl. Sprinkle a teaspoon of the spice over one side of each of the chicken breasts. Make sure to cover the entire suface.
Melt the butter in the hot pan, then sear the spiced side of the chicken breasts for 2 to 3 minutes. Put 1 teaspoons of the spice on the chicken breast that is not covered. Turn the chicken over and sear that side for another 2 to 3 minutes. The surface of the chicken will be coated with a charred, black layer of flavor.
Finish the chicken off on the grill, grilling for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or till cooked through.
While chicken is grilling, make the salad. Split the lettuce into two large bowls. Toss in the red cabbage and carrots, and beans if using. Mix the cheeses together and top the salad along with the diced egg white. Sprinkle each salad with diced tomato.
Slice the chicken breast in 1/2" long slices. Place the slices on top of the salad and serve with dressing on the side. Enjoy!
Recipe created by Todd Wilbur www.TopSecretRecipes.com.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 632.1, Fat 23.5, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 106.5, Sodium 3977.1, Carbohydrate 66.5, Fiber 9.2, Sugar 50.7, Protein 44.9

Tips:

Use a variety of textures in your salad for a more interesting eating experience.
Don't be afraid to experiment with different dressing flavors.
If you're short on time, use a pre-cooked chicken breast or rotisserie chicken.
Add some chopped nuts or seeds to your salad for a boost of protein and healthy fats.
Garnish your salad with fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon juice for a pop of flavor.

Conclusion:

Applebee's Aztec Chicken Salad is a delicious and easy-to-make salad that's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. With its combination of tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and creamy dressing, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful salad, give this recipe a try.