Chicken Fajita Salad
Indulge in the vibrant and zesty Chicken Fajita Salad, where juicy marinated chicken meets a colorful medley of bell peppers and onions, all drizzled with a creamy salsa dressing. This refreshing take on the traditional chicken fajitas transforms your meal into a healthy, satisfying option perfect for lunch or dinner. With its customizable ingredients, you can easily tailor this salad to suit your taste, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or quick weeknight meals. Enjoy bold flavors and textures in every bite!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 small chicken breasts (1 pound) or boneless chicken thighs
- 3 bell peppers (red, orange, yellow)
- 1 red onion
- 1 large head Romaine lettuce
- 2 avocados
- 3/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup roasted salsa verde
- Cilantro and cotija cheese for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken and vegetables by mixing marinade ingredients in a large freezer bag. Divide the marinade between bags with chicken and veggies; refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together all dressing ingredients in a medium bowl; refrigerate until serving.
- Grill or sauté the chicken until fully cooked (about 6-8 minutes per side) along with the bell peppers and onions until tender.
- Assemble the salad by combining chopped Romaine, cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, cilantro, cotija cheese, and sunflower seeds in a large bowl.
- Slice cooked chicken, layer it over the salad with grilled veggies, drizzle with dressing, and toss gently before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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