Description
Chicken Fajita Salad is a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings together juicy marinated chicken, colorful bell peppers, and crisp Romaine lettuce, all topped with a creamy salsa dressing. This salad is not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavors, making it an ideal choice for any meal—be it lunch, dinner, or a festive gathering. With its easy preparation and customizable ingredients, you can whip up this healthy salad in no time. Enjoy the perfect balance of freshness and zest in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 small chicken breasts (1 pound)
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 orange bell pepper
- 1 yellow bell pepper
- 1 red onion
- 6 cups chopped Romaine lettuce
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 2 avocados
- 3/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup medium roasted salsa verde (or regular salsa)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lime juice plus more to taste
- 2–3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- Cayenne pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken and vegetables by mixing marinade ingredients in a large freezer bag. Place chicken in one bag and bell peppers along with onions in another. Refrigerate for 4 hours to overnight.
- While marinating, prepare the creamy salsa dressing by whisking all dressing ingredients in a medium bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Cook the marinated chicken on a grill or stovetop pan over medium heat until cooked through; add veggies during the last few minutes until tender.
- Assemble the salad by combining chopped Romaine, cherry tomatoes, and avocado in a large bowl. Top with sliced chicken and grilled vegetables, then drizzle with dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling/Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For more intense flavor, marinate overnight. Customize your salad by adding corn or black beans. Serve chilled or at room temperature for best taste.