Best 6 Santa Fe Grilled Chicken Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with the vibrant flavors of the Santa Fe Grilled Chicken dish, a culinary masterpiece that captures the essence of New Mexican cuisine. This delectable dish features succulent grilled chicken breasts smothered in a tantalizing blend of roasted red peppers, zesty green chilies, aromatic spices, and a hint of tangy lime juice. Served atop a bed of fluffy wild rice and accompanied by a refreshing avocado and corn salsa, this dish promises an explosion of flavors in every bite. And for those seeking vegetarian indulgence, the article also offers a delightful Santa Fe Grilled Vegetable Skewers recipe, where colorful bell peppers, juicy zucchini, and tender mushrooms are grilled to perfection and served with a flavorful roasted red pepper sauce. Both recipes are detailed with easy-to-follow instructions, cooking tips, and vibrant images to guide you through the culinary journey.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SANTA FE GRILLED CHICKEN



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A sprinkling of ready-made taco seasoning is the simple start to the delicious grilled chicken in this South-of-the-Border dish, topped with melted cheese and salsa.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 lb)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix (from 1 oz package)
8 slices (3/4 oz each) Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa

Steps:

  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. Brush both sides of chicken with oil; sprinkle with taco seasoning mix.
  • Place chicken on grill. Cover grill; cook over medium heat 15 to 20 minutes, turning once and topping each chicken breast with cheese during last minute of cooking time, until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (170°F). Serve chicken topped with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 620 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g

GRILLED SANTA FE CHICKEN



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Make and share this Grilled Santa Fe Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by AlainaF

Categories     Southwestern U.S.

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons lime juice
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1 garlic clove
1/2 teaspoon cumin
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (4 ounces each)
1 (15 ounce) jar salsa (fresh picadillo salsa)
1 (8 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
6 (12 inch) flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Mix lime juice, chili powder, garlic and cumin in a shallow dish.
  • Pat chicken dry and add to marinade.
  • Marinate, covered, in the refrigerator, turning occasionally to coat.
  • Preheat grill.
  • Drain chicken.
  • Place chicken on grill over hot coals.
  • Grill for 15 minutes or until juices run clear when pierced with a fork, turning frequently.
  • Combine salsa and corn in a small saucepan.
  • Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  • Warm tortillas on grill.
  • Cut chicken into strips and place on plates.
  • Spoon salsa mixture over the top.
  • Serve with warm tortillas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.4, Fat 9.1, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 50.4, Sodium 1180.2, Carbohydrate 55.8, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 4.9, Protein 25.9

SANTA FE GRILLED CHICKEN WITH MANGO SALSA



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Fire up the grill! Our marinated Santa Fe Grilled Chicken is topped with fresh mango salsa and sliced avocados.

Provided by Bree Hester

Categories     Entree

Time 1h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/3 cup lime juice
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup white wine
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin seed
2 teaspoons ground coriander
6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 tablespoon honey
1 mango, seed removed, peeled and diced
1/2 medium red onion, diced
1/2 medium red bell pepper, diced
1 small jalapeño chile, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon salt
8 soft white or yellow corn tortillas (6 inch)
1 avocado, pitted, peeled and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Place chicken in shallow glass or plastic dish or resealable food-storage plastic bag. In small bowl, mix 1/3 cup lime juice, the soy sauce, wine, oil, chili powder, cumin seed, coriander, garlic and honey. Pour over chicken, turning to coat with marinade. Cover dish or seal bag; refrigerate 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix all salsa ingredients. Set aside.
  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. Remove chicken from marinade; discard marinade. Place chicken on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 10 to 15 minutes, turning once, until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (at least 165°F). Add tortillas to grill for 1 minute or until heated through.
  • Remove chicken from grill to cutting board; cut into thin slices. Place 2 tortillas on each serving plate; top with chicken, mango salsa and avocado.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

SANTA FE GRILLED CHICKEN LEGS



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Old El Paso® salsa adds a boost to the basting and dipping sauce served with this tasty chicken entrée. It can be on the table in 30 minutes!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
1/2 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky medium salsa
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 teaspoon chili powder
12 chicken legs (about 3 1/2 lb)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. In blender, place tomato sauce, salsa, brown sugar, vinegar and chili powder. Cover; process until smooth. Pour about half of the sauce into small bowl for basting. Pour remaining sauce into another small bowl; set aside for serving.
  • Sprinkle chicken legs with salt and pepper. Place chicken on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 16 to 20 minutes, turning once, until juice of chicken is clear when thickest part is cut to bone (at least 165°F). Brush chicken legs generously with sauce, turning to coat evenly. Cover grill; cook 1 to 2 minutes longer on each side.
  • Serve chicken with reserved sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 210 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 59 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 750 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 1/2 g

SANTA FE CHICKEN



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This is an adaptation of a recipe that I found on Dr. Weil's website. Great on the grill even though the original recipe called for broiling the meat. Cooking time includes marinating time.

Provided by LARavenscroft

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 limes, juice of
1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons honey
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Whisk together all ingredients except chicken.
  • Place the chicken breasts in a shallow baking pan and pour the marinade over the top.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Grill over medium coals for about 10 minutes on each side.

SANTA FE GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD WRAP



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Make and share this Santa Fe Grilled Chicken Salad Wrap recipe from Food.com.

Provided by carolinafan

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups torn romaine lettuce
1 (6 ounce) package southwestern-seasoned chicken breast, strips or 1 (6 ounce) package grilled chicken breast strips
1 large tomatoes, chopped
1 (11 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1/2 cup shredded mexican cheese
1/4 cup ranch dressing
1/4 cup chunky salsa
8 flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Toss romaine , chicken breast strips, tomatoes and corn in large bowl, sprinkle with cheese.
  • Combine dressing with salsa. Pour over romaine mixture; toss to coat.
  • Spoon evenly into tortillas; roll up.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409, Fat 18.4, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 21.4, Sodium 1077.1, Carbohydrate 51.7, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 6.7, Protein 12.1

Tips:

  • To achieve the best flavor, marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can cook the chicken in a grill pan over medium heat.
  • To prevent the chicken from sticking to the grill, lightly oil the grates before cooking.
  • Cook the chicken over medium heat to prevent it from burning.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.

Conclusion:

Santa Fe Grilled Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of flavorful spices and tender chicken makes this dish a hit with everyone who tries it. Whether you're grilling it in the backyard or cooking it in a grill pan, Santa Fe Grilled Chicken is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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