Best 6 Santa Fe Chicken Salad Recipes

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Are you looking for a flavorful and satisfying dish that is perfect for lunch or dinner? Look no further than Santa Fe Chicken Salad! This delightful dish combines tender chicken, crisp vegetables, a creamy dressing, and a blend of spices that will tantalize your taste buds. It's a great option for a light meal, and it's also easy to make. With its vibrant colors and delicious flavors, Santa Fe Chicken Salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. In this article, you will find three variations of this classic dish, each with its own unique twist. From a classic Santa Fe Chicken Salad to a Southwestern Chicken Salad and a Mexican Chicken Salad, you're sure to find a recipe that suits your taste. So gather your ingredients and get ready to create a delicious and memorable meal!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHILI'S SANTA FE CHICKEN SALAD



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This Santa Fe Chicken Salad is a Chili's copycat recipe loaded with spicy chicken, pico, avocado, cilantro, tortilla strips, ranch and Santa Fe sauce.

Provided by Taylor Stinson

Categories     Main Course     Salad

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 chicken cutlets
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp taco seasoning
1 head romaine lettuce
1 avocado, sliced
1/2 cup pico de gallo ((store bought))
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/4 cup tortilla strips
2 tbsp ranch dressing
1/3 cup light mayo
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp water
1/2 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp paprika (smoked paprika is preferred)
1/2 tsp onion powder
Salt & pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Rub chicken cutlets with olive oil and taco seasoning. Heat a large skillet over med-high heat and cook chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until cooked through. Set aside and let cool, then slice chicken thinly.
  • Meanwhile, mix together ingredients for santa fe sauce.
  • When ready to serve salad, toss lettuce with ranch dressing, then top with sliced chicken, avocado, pico de gallo, cilantro and tortilla strips. Drizzle santa fe sauce overtop then serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 39 g, Fat 24 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 114 mg, Sodium 700 mg, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SANTA FE CHICKEN SALAD



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This Santa Fe chicken salad recipe from Delish.com gives taco salad a run for it's money.

Categories     Santa Fe Chicken Salad     chicken salad     taco salad     Mexican salad     easy salad recipe

Time 30m

Yield 3-4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil
pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 c. lime juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
3 tbsp. vegetable oil, divided
2 small corn tortillas
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
4 c. chopped romaine lettuce
1 c. black beans, drained
1 avocado, chopped
2/3 c. corn
1 c. Shredded Monterey Jack
1/4 c. Chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Make dressing/marinade. Whisk together olive oil, red pepper flakes, lime juice, garlic and cumin until emulsified.
  • Place chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag. Pour about half of the lime dressing over the chicken, close bag and toss chicken to coat.
  • Marinate 15 minutes. Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Cut tortillas in half, then slice the halves into ½"-thick strips. When the oil is shimmering and very hot, add the strips to the oil. Fry until crispy, about 2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels and season immediately with salt.
  • In a separate skillet, heat remaining vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, until the chicken is cooked through. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  • Assemble salad. Toss remaining ingredients in a large serving bowl. Top with cooked chicken and crispy tortilla strips then toss with dressing.

CHILI'S SANTA FE CHICKEN SALAD RECIPE



Chili's Santa Fe Chicken Salad Recipe image

This Copycat Chili's Santa Fe Chicken Salad is loaded with tasty ingredients. Grilled chicken pairs with pico, tortilla strips, and a homemade Santa Fe sauce that will quickly become your favorite homemade topping! Perfect meal prep recipe or easy weeknight dinner.

Provided by Jesseca

Categories     Dinner Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/4 teaspoon chilli powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
salt and pepper to taste
1 grilled chicken breast (sliced)
4 cups romaine (washed and chopped)
1/2 cup pico
1 medium avocado (sliced)
2 tablespoons cilantro (chopped)
1 lime
1/3 cup tortilla chip strips
Ranch dressing

Steps:

  • Whisk mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, paprika, and onion powder in a small bowl until combined.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Set aside until ready to use.
  • Grill the chicken. I have a few fantastic grilled chicken recipes here and here OR you can find frozen grilled chicken strips in the freezer section of most grocers.
  • Combine the romaine, picco, avocado, cilantro, and lime in a large bowl.
  • Top with grilled chicken and sprinkle with tortilla strips.
  • Drizzle with Santa Fe Sauce and Ranch.
  • Toss to combine and serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 573 kcal, Carbohydrate 23 g, Protein 33 g, Fat 42 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 114 mg, Sodium 789 mg, Fiber 11 g, Sugar 4 g, UnsaturatedFat 33 g

SANTA FE CHICKEN SALAD WITH SPICY RANCH DRESSING



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Delicious grilled chicken isn't the only thing this salad has going for it. Enjoy a host of flavors in our Santa Fe Chicken Salad with Spicy Ranch Dressing.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (1-1/2 lb.)
1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
3/4 cup KRAFT Classic Ranch Dressing
1 Tbsp. hot pepper sauce
1-1/2 tsp. lime juice
8 cups loosely packed torn romaine lettuce
1-1/2 cups chopped red peppers
1 can (15 oz.) black beans, rinsed
1-1/2 cups peeled jicama strips
3/4 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Colby & Monterey Jack Cheeses

Steps:

  • Heat grill to medium heat.
  • Sprinkle both sides of chicken with black pepper; grill 6 to 8 min. on each side or until done (165ºF).
  • Meanwhile, mix dressing, hot sauce and lime juice until blended; refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Place lettuce on serving plate. Top with red peppers, beans, jicama and corn.
  • Slice chicken; add to salad. Sprinkle with cheese. Drizzle with dressing mixture just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Sodium 620 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 35 g

SANTA FE CHICKEN SALAD (APPLEBEE'S)



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Do not let the list of ingredients keep you from making this salad. Most of the ingredients are for the marinade and salsa which should be made the day before and refrigerated. The remaining ingredients are the salad and side items. It is super quick to throw together the next day and tastes awesome. The tequila-lime chicken is outstanding on its own and you may want to make extra Pico de Gallo to keep in the fridge. I have adapted this recipe from a former Applebee's employee. The recipe is scaled down for one serving, so adjust for more servings. Cooktime is marinade time.

Provided by NcMysteryShopper

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 12h15m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 26

2 tablespoons gold tequila
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
1 teaspoon fajita seasoning mix
3/4 teaspoon minced fresh jalapeno pepper (seeded)
3/4 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 boneless chicken breasts, skin on or 1 boneless skinless chicken breast
1 small tomatoes, diced
1/2 small onion, diced
1 -2 teaspoon diced jalapeno (we like more!)
1/8 cup fresh cilantro (diced)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon white vinegar
3 tablespoons ranch dressing (they use Naturally Fresh brand lo-fat)
tortilla chips (multi-colored or regular) or corn tortilla strips (multi-colored or regular)
chopped scallion, sprinkled on top
1 ounce sour cream (ramekin at 9 o'clock)
1 ounce guacamole (ramekin at 3 o'clock)
2 ounces pico de gallo, recipe above (ramekin at 12 o'clock)
3 -4 cups torn salad greens
1/8-1/4 cup shredded monterey jack cheese or 1/8-1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Combine marinade ingredients in a container with lid. Add Chicken and place in refrigerator overnight.
  • Combine Pico de Gallo ingredients in a small bowl with lid and place in refrigerator overnight with chicken.
  • Remove chicken from marinade and sprinkle with fajita seasoning. Grill skin-side down for about 5 minutes, turn and continue to grill for about 10 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. I use my George Forman grill with fantastic results (about 7 minutes).
  • While the chicken is grilling combine ranch dressing with 2 Tablespoons of the Pico de Gallo. Set Aside.
  • Prepare Garnishes.
  • Toss salad greens with cheese and remaining Pico de Gallo (or less - to taste). Sprinkle with fried tortilla strips or lightly crushed tortilla chips.
  • Cut chicken into strips and place on top of greens. Add Garnishes to plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 717.9, Fat 51.9, SaturatedFat 14.3, Cholesterol 135.8, Sodium 2352.1, Carbohydrate 27.1, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 11.5, Protein 39.7

SANTA FE SALAD



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From Newport News, Virginia, Gail Park shares a colorful stand-alone salad that her family simply loves. "People always ask for the recipe when I bring it to a potlucks," she adds. "The zippy dressing and mix of crunchy veggies with beans is a winning combination!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2-1/2 cups cut fresh green beans
1 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/4 cup fat-free sour cream
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash cayenne pepper
2 cups frozen corn, thawed
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 small sweet red pepper, finely chopped
1 small red onion, chopped
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Place green beans in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil; cover and cook for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and immediately place beans in ice water. Drain and pat dry. , For dressing, in a small bowl, combine the cilantro, sour cream, lime juice, vinegar, garlic, cumin, salt and cayenne. , In a large bowl, combine the green beans, corn, pinto beans, black beans, red pepper, onion, chilies and olives. Sprinkle with cheese. Pour dressing over salad; toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 374mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • To ensure the best flavor, use high-quality ingredients, including fresh herbs and spices, ripe vegetables, and juicy chicken.
  • For a more flavorful chicken, marinate it in a mixture of olive oil, lime juice, garlic, and cumin before cooking.
  • If you're short on time, you can use pre-cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken from the grocery store.
  • To add a bit of crunch to the salad, add some chopped walnuts or almonds.
  • For a more refreshing salad, add some chopped cucumber or jicama.
  • If you're looking for a spicy salad, add some chopped jalapeño or serrano pepper.
  • Serve the salad immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Conclusion:

Santa Fe chicken salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or even as a snack. It's packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's easy to make. With so many variations to choose from, there's sure to be a Santa Fe chicken salad recipe that everyone will enjoy.

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