Best 7 Chicken Fajita Salad Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with the tantalizing flavors of our diverse chicken fajita salad collection. Embark on a culinary journey that caters to various dietary preferences, including keto, low-carb, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. Delight in the classic chicken fajita salad, a harmonious blend of grilled chicken, crisp veggies, and zesty dressing. Discover the keto-friendly version, featuring a delectable combination of juicy chicken, colorful bell peppers, and a tangy avocado-lime dressing. Relish the low-carb alternative, showcasing succulent chicken, an array of roasted vegetables, and a flavorful cilantro-lime vinaigrette. Indulge in the vegetarian delight, brimming with grilled tofu, an assortment of crunchy vegetables, and a creamy avocado dressing. Experience the gluten-free variant, featuring tender chicken, a medley of fresh vegetables, and a zesty chipotle-lime dressing. Prepare to be captivated by these culinary creations that promise an explosion of flavors and a symphony of textures in every bite.

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CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for brushing the grill
6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 red bell peppers, quartered
2 yellow bell peppers, quartered
3 ears corn, silks and husks removed, halved crosswise
3 avocados, halved and pitted
1/2 lime, for squeezing
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
1 teaspoon lime zest plus 1/4 cup lime juice
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
1 head romaine lettuce, leaves separated
1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated
1 bunch fresh cilantro sprigs, whole
1 pint grape tomatoes, halved lengthwise
4 limes, halved crosswise
1 wheel cotija cheese, broken into large chunks

Steps:

  • For the fajita mix: Mix the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, sugar, salt, red pepper flakes and black pepper in a bowl.
  • For the salad: Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and brush with olive oil.
  • Sprinkle a third of the fajita mix over one side of the chicken breasts. Place the chicken seasoned-side down on the grill and sprinkle another third of the fajita mix over the top of the chicken. Grill the chicken until cooked through, about 5 minutes per side; this will depend on the size of the breasts. Remove the chicken to a baking sheet to cool.
  • While the chicken is cooling, add 2 tablespoons olive oil and the remaining fajita mix to a large mixing bowl and whisk together. Add the peppers and toss to coat. Place the peppers on the grill and cook, turning to get good grill marks, about 3 minutes per side. Remove to the baking sheet to cool.
  • Brush the corn with the last 2 tablespoons olive oil. Arrange the corn on the grill and cook, turning frequently, until cooked and brown, about 10 minutes total. Remove to a plate to cool.
  • Slice the chicken crosswise but keep the slices together. Slice the avocado crosswise, keeping the slices together like the chicken. Squeeze a bit of lime juice over top to prevent the slices from browning.
  • For the cilantro lime dressing: Add the olive oil, cilantro, lime zest and juice, salt and chili flakes to a mason jar and shake until emulsified.
  • For the assembly: Arrange the lettuce leaves on a large board or platter. Cluster the chicken breast slices, avocado slices and peppers among the leaves. Tuck in the corn cobs here and there and do the same with the sprigs of cilantro. It should look more free-form than composed. Add the tomatoes, limes halves and chunks of cheese in the same way. Drizzle a bit of dressing over the salad to give it a hint of flavor and serve the rest on the side.

CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Chicken Fajita Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: canola oil, boneless, skinless chicken breast, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, onion, salt, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, olive oil, lime juice, brown sugar, chili flakes, salt, romaine lettuce, avocado

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Lunch

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 boneless, skinless chicken breast
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 onion, medium, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon chili flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
1 avocado, sliced

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken, bell peppers, onion, salt, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder for five minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Flip the chicken, and cook for another five minutes, until chicken is cooked and vegetables are slightly soft. Remove from heat and slice the chicken into strips.
  • In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, lime juice, brown sugar, chili, and salt, stirring until evenly mixed.
  • In a large bowl, toss the romaine lettuce with the chicken, peppers & onions, avocado, and dressing.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 691 calories, Carbohydrate 39 grams, Fat 49 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 29 grams, Sugar 16 grams

GRILLED CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD



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A low-carb, no-sweat, sizzling hot grilled fajita salad. Garnish with lime wedges and finely chopped cilantro, if desired.

Provided by Baking Nana

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Panasonic

Time 1h35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 (12 ounce) bottle liquid fajita marinade
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 heads romaine lettuce
2 red bell peppers, cut into 1/4-inch strips
½ onion, cut into 1/4-inch strips

Steps:

  • Combine chicken strips and fajita marinade in a large bowl. Let marinate in the refrigerator, 1 hour to overnight.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Combine oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Clean heads of romaine lettuce; cut in half from end to end. Brush halved romaine lettuce with oil-garlic mixture.
  • Add sliced peppers and onions to the oil-garlic mixture. Toss to combine.
  • Arrange the romaine cut-side down on the oiled grill. Cook just until grill marks appear, about 2 minutes. Remove and set aside to cool.
  • If you have a grill basket, spread marinated chicken evenly in the basket; otherwise, thread chicken and vegetables on skewers. Grill chicken for 5 minutes. Turn the chicken in the basket, add the vegetables, and grill until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the chicken reaches 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 10 minutes more.
  • Slice grilled lettuce and place on serving plates. Divide chicken and vegetables evenly over the grilled romaine lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.9 calories, Carbohydrate 19.6 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 26.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 1738.4 mg, Sugar 13.1 g

CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD



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This recipe came from Texas, which is famous for its Mexican food. I love to cook, even though it's just for me and my husband now. I invite our grown kids over a lot, and they just love this chicken fajita salad. I'm happy to share it! -Lois Proudfit, Eugene, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 tablespoons canola oil, divided
1/2 cup lime juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into thin strips
2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles
1 cup unblanched almonds, toasted
3 cups shredded lettuce
3 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin and oregano. Pour half in a large bowl or dish; add chicken and turn to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade., In a large skillet, heat remaining oil on medium-high. Saute onion for 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender. , Drain chicken, discarding marinade. Add chicken to skillet; stir-fry until meat is no longer pink. Add the red pepper, chiles and reserved marinade; cook 2 minutes or until heated through. Stir in almonds. Serve immediately over shredded lettuce; top with tomatoes and avocado.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 calories, Fat 26g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 203mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

GRILLED CHILI LIME CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD RECIPE



Grilled Chili Lime Chicken Fajita Salad Recipe image

Provided by PineyCook

Number Of Ingredients 18

Marinade/Dressing:
3 tablespoons olive oil
100 ml (just over 1/3 cup) freshly squeezed lime juice
2 tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro/coriander
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon red chilli flakes (adjust to your preference of spice)
1/2 teaspoon ground Cumin
1 teaspoon salt
Salad:
4 chicken thigh fillets, skin removed (no bone)
1/2 yellow capsicum/bell pepper, deseeded and sliced
1/2 red capsicum/bell pepper, deseeded and sliced
1/2 an onion, sliced
5 cups cos lettuce leaves, washed and dried
2 avocados, sliced
Extra coriander leaves to garnish
Sour cream (optional) to serve

Steps:

  • Whisk marinade ingredients together to combine. Pour half the marinade into a shallow dish to marinade the chicken fillets for two hours if time allows. Refrigerate the reserved untouched marinade to use as a dressing. Heat about one teaspoon of oil in a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat and grill chicken fillets on each side until golden, crispy and cooked through. (Grill in batches to prevent excess water being released.) Once chicken is cooked, set aside and allow to rest. Wipe pan over with paper towel; drizzle with another teaspoon of oil and grill/fry capsicum/pepper and onion strips until cooked to your liking. Slice chicken into strips and prepare salad with leaves, avocado slices, capsicum/pepper and onion strips and chicken. Drizzle with remaining marinade/dressing and serve with (optional) extra coriander leaves and sour cream

CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD WRAPS



Chicken Fajita Salad Wraps image

Try a complete and tasty dinner all bundled up in a wrap. Chipotle chiles and a twist of citrus are the flavor secrets.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup ranch dressing
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon finely chopped chipotle chiles in adobo sauce (from 7-oz can)
1 teaspoon grated lime peel
3 cups chopped cold deli rotisserie chicken (from 2- to 2 1/2-lb chicken)
2 cups thinly sliced iceberg lettuce
1 cup frozen corn, cooked, cooled
1 small tomato, seeded, chopped (1/3 cup)
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (4 oz)
1 package (11 oz) Old El Paso™ flour tortillas for burritos (8 tortillas; 8 inch)
Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa, if desired
Sour cream, if desired

Steps:

  • In small bowl, mix dressing ingredients; set aside. In large bowl, stir together chicken, lettuce, corn and tomato. Add dressing; toss to coat.
  • To assemble each wrap, spoon 1/8 of chicken mixture down center of each tortilla; sprinkle with cheese. Roll up. Serve immediately with salsa and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 2 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Wrap, Sodium 1360 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1 g

EASIEST CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD



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My husband is a total meat & potatoes guy - but as I've been dieting and getting healthier, I've been trying to get him to enjoy salads with me. This is the one he will eat - because it's so simple! It takes no time to make AT ALL. Enjoy!

Provided by megs_

Categories     Chicken

Time 6m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 lb chicken strips, fully cooked
1/2 tablespoon Mrs. Dash seasoning mix, southwest
5 ounces salad greens
1/3 cup cheddar cheese
salad dressing (optional)

Steps:

  • In a skillet sprayed with cooking spray, put chicken and seasoning, stir for 5 minutes.
  • On a plate, layer salad greens, cheese, and chicken. That's it!

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your salad.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of lettuce and toppings. There are many different options to choose from, so you can create a salad that's perfect for your taste.
  • Make sure to slice the chicken fajita meat thinly. This will help it cook evenly and quickly.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can also cook the chicken fajita meat in a skillet over medium-high heat. Just be sure to stir it frequently so that it doesn't burn.
  • Serve the salad immediately after it's made. This will help to keep the lettuce crisp and the chicken fajita meat warm.

Conclusion:

Chicken fajita salad is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make meal. It's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, and it's also great for potlucks and parties. With its bright flavors and textures, chicken fajita salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying salad, give chicken fajita salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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