Best 6 Easiest Chicken Fajita Salad Recipes
**Tantalize your taste buds with our tantalizing chicken fajita salad - a delectable fusion of flavors and textures that will leave you craving for more!**
Embark on a culinary journey with our easy-to-follow recipes, featuring a vibrant blend of marinated chicken, grilled veggies, and a zesty dressing. Discover the art of creating tender and flavorful chicken fajitas, complemented by a medley of grilled bell peppers and onions. Elevate your salad game with our secret dressing recipe, a harmonious balance of tangy lime, aromatic cilantro, and a hint of heat from chili powder.
**Indulge in a fiesta of flavors with our extensive collection of chicken fajita salad variations.**
- **Classic Chicken Fajita Salad:** Experience the timeless flavors of grilled chicken, bell peppers, and onions, tossed in a zesty lime-cilantro dressing.
- **Black Bean and Corn Chicken Fajita Salad:** Add a hearty twist to your salad with the addition of black beans and corn, offering a delightful combination of textures and flavors.
- **Avocado and Mango Chicken Fajita Salad:** Create a tropical paradise in your bowl with the vibrant flavors of avocado and mango, complemented by the savory chicken fajitas.
- **Grilled Pineapple Chicken Fajita Salad:** Embark on a sweet and tangy adventure with grilled pineapple, adding a burst of tropical sweetness to your salad.
- **Healthy Chicken Fajita Salad:** Enjoy a guilt-free indulgence with our healthy version, featuring grilled chicken, roasted veggies, and a light dressing.
**Prepare to be amazed as we guide you through each step of crafting these delectable salads, ensuring a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your senses.**
CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY
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
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
CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD
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
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.
CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 50m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 25
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.
SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN FAJITA MASON JAR SALAD
Southwestern chicken fajita salad is the perfect grab-and-go lunch that requires minimal added effort, plus it's a well-balanced meal with wholesome, real ingredients. Simply toss all of the ingredients together in a baking pan, then put it in the oven, set the timer, and walk away. You can enjoy the fajita mixture warm with a tortilla and rice, or, in this case, cold by incorporating it into a salad.
Provided by Min Kwon, M.S., R.D.
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Add the chicken, bell peppers, zucchini and onions to a large baking sheet. Drizzle the oil and seasoning blend over the mixture and stir to coat. Bake uncovered until the chicken is cooked through, 20 to 25 minutes.
- To assemble, split the fajita mixture, sweet potatoes and greens in that order among four mason jars. These jars will keep for 3 to 5 days. Place the avocado, cheese, cilantro, lime juice and sour cream if using on top of the greens the morning of.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calorie, Fat 6 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 29 milligrams, Sodium 385 milligrams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 12 grams, Sugar 8 grams
GRILLED CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD
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
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
EASIEST CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD
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
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:
- For the best flavor, use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This includes using fresh chicken, vegetables, and herbs.
- If you don't have a grill, you can cook the chicken in a skillet over medium heat. Just be sure to cook it until it is cooked through.
- Feel free to adjust the seasonings to your liking. If you like things spicy, add more chili powder or cayenne pepper. If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the amount of these spices.
- Serve the salad immediately after it is made. This will ensure that the chicken is still warm and the vegetables are crisp.
Conclusion:
This easy chicken fajita salad is a delicious and healthy meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, and it is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. So next time you are looking for a tasty and nutritious meal, give this chicken fajita salad a try.
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