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CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD



Chicken Fajita Salad image

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for brushing the grill
6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 red bell peppers, quartered
2 yellow bell peppers, quartered
3 ears corn, silks and husks removed, halved crosswise
3 avocados, halved and pitted
1/2 lime, for squeezing
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
1 teaspoon lime zest plus 1/4 cup lime juice
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
1 head romaine lettuce, leaves separated
1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated
1 bunch fresh cilantro sprigs, whole
1 pint grape tomatoes, halved lengthwise
4 limes, halved crosswise
1 wheel cotija cheese, broken into large chunks

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.

CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Chicken Fajita Salad Recipe by Tasty image

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

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 boneless, skinless chicken breast
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 onion, medium, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon chili flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
1 avocado, sliced

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

GRILLED CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD



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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

1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 (12 ounce) bottle liquid fajita marinade
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 heads romaine lettuce
2 red bell peppers, cut into 1/4-inch strips
½ onion, cut into 1/4-inch strips

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

CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD WITH CILANTRO LIME DRESSING



Chicken Fajita Salad With Cilantro Lime Dressing image

This tasty Chicken Fajita Salad is an easy chicken salad recipe you can make at home without waiting for a table at the restaurant.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 26

fajita seasoning for chicken (recipe below)
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into thin strips
vegetable cooking spray
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
salt & fresh ground pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
6 -8 cups shredded romaine lettuce
1/2 cup thin sliced green bell pepper
1/2 cup thin sliced red bell pepper
1 small red onion, sliced into rings
1/2 cup shredded monterrey jack cheddar cheese or 1/2 cup Mexican blend cheese
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans (optional) or 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained (optional)
1 roma tomato, diced
4 -8 black olives
1 avocado, sliced
salad dressing (Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing recipe below)
1 tablespoon chili powder (I love Ancho or chipotle)
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons Mexican oregano
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1/2 cup sour cream
1 1/2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • Place a large skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat until hot.
  • Add chicken and sprinkle chicken with fajita seasoning and saute 8 minutes or until chicken is done (no longer pink inside) and browned on the outside
  • Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice. Salt and fresh ground pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine lettuce, peppers, cheddar cheese, tomato and beans and toss with chicken. Drizzle with cilantro lime dressing
  • Plate and garnish with black olives and sliced avocado. Serve with warm tortillas or tortilla chips and your favorite salsa or Pico de Gallo.
  • To Make Fajita Seasoning: Combine all seasonings well.
  • To Make Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing: Combine all ingredients, and stir well with a whisk. Cover dressing and refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376.5, Fat 22, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 102.4, Sodium 906, Carbohydrate 15.9, Fiber 7.4, Sugar 6, Protein 31.4

CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD



Chicken Fajita Salad image

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

4 tablespoons canola oil, divided
1/2 cup lime juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into thin strips
2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles
1 cup unblanched almonds, toasted
3 cups shredded lettuce
3 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced

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.

GRILLED CHILI LIME CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD RECIPE



Grilled Chili Lime Chicken Fajita Salad Recipe image

Provided by PineyCook

Number Of Ingredients 18

Marinade/Dressing:
3 tablespoons olive oil
100 ml (just over 1/3 cup) freshly squeezed lime juice
2 tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro/coriander
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon red chilli flakes (adjust to your preference of spice)
1/2 teaspoon ground Cumin
1 teaspoon salt
Salad:
4 chicken thigh fillets, skin removed (no bone)
1/2 yellow capsicum/bell pepper, deseeded and sliced
1/2 red capsicum/bell pepper, deseeded and sliced
1/2 an onion, sliced
5 cups cos lettuce leaves, washed and dried
2 avocados, sliced
Extra coriander leaves to garnish
Sour cream (optional) to serve

Steps:

  • Whisk marinade ingredients together to combine. Pour half the marinade into a shallow dish to marinade the chicken fillets for two hours if time allows. Refrigerate the reserved untouched marinade to use as a dressing. Heat about one teaspoon of oil in a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat and grill chicken fillets on each side until golden, crispy and cooked through. (Grill in batches to prevent excess water being released.) Once chicken is cooked, set aside and allow to rest. Wipe pan over with paper towel; drizzle with another teaspoon of oil and grill/fry capsicum/pepper and onion strips until cooked to your liking. Slice chicken into strips and prepare salad with leaves, avocado slices, capsicum/pepper and onion strips and chicken. Drizzle with remaining marinade/dressing and serve with (optional) extra coriander leaves and sour cream

CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD WRAPS



Chicken Fajita Salad Wraps image

Try a complete and tasty dinner all bundled up in a wrap. Chipotle chiles and a twist of citrus are the flavor secrets.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup ranch dressing
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon finely chopped chipotle chiles in adobo sauce (from 7-oz can)
1 teaspoon grated lime peel
3 cups chopped cold deli rotisserie chicken (from 2- to 2 1/2-lb chicken)
2 cups thinly sliced iceberg lettuce
1 cup frozen corn, cooked, cooled
1 small tomato, seeded, chopped (1/3 cup)
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (4 oz)
1 package (11 oz) Old El Paso™ flour tortillas for burritos (8 tortillas; 8 inch)
Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa, if desired
Sour cream, if desired

Steps:

  • In small bowl, mix dressing ingredients; set aside. In large bowl, stir together chicken, lettuce, corn and tomato. Add dressing; toss to coat.
  • To assemble each wrap, spoon 1/8 of chicken mixture down center of each tortilla; sprinkle with cheese. Roll up. Serve immediately with salsa and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 2 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Wrap, Sodium 1360 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1 g

CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD



Chicken Fajita Salad image

Chili powder and lime juice put the fajita in this quick and easy chicken salad for four. Don't count on any leftovers!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings, about 2 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup lime juice
1 tsp. chili powder
4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 lb.)
1 each red and green pepper, quartered
8 cups tightly packed torn lettuce
1/4 cup chopped red onions
1/2 cup KRAFT Mexican Style Finely Shredded Four Cheese
1/2 cup KRAFT Lite Ranch Dressing

Steps:

  • Mix lime juice and chili powder until blended; pour over chicken in shallow dish. Turn chicken to evenly coat both sides of each breast with lime juice mixture. Refrigerate 20 min. to marinate.
  • Heat grill to medium heat. Remove chicken from marinade; discard marinade. Grill chicken and peppers 6 to 8 min. on each side or until chicken is done (165ºF).
  • Transfer chicken and peppers to cutting board; cut into strips. Place chicken and peppers in large bowl. Add lettuce and onions; mix lightly. Top with cheese and dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 510 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 28 g

MARINATED CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD



Marinated Chicken Fajita Salad image

Living in the Southwest, I've learned to create all sorts of Mexican dishes. This nicely spiced salad is one of my favorites. It's a winner with my luncheon guests. They appreciate the change of pace from typical cold chicken salad.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1/2 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1-1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup sliced green onions
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
Shredded lettuce
2 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced
Tortillas, warmed, optional

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine 4 tablespoons oil, lime juice, parsley, garlic, cumin and oregano. Pour half into a large resealable plastic bag; add the chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 1 hour or overnight. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade., Drain and discard marinade from chicken. In a large skillet, saute onions in remaining oil for 2 minutes. Add chicken; stir-fry for 2-3 minutes or until chicken just begins to brown. Add the red pepper, chilies and reserved marinade; stir-fry for 2 minutes. Stir in pecans., Place lettuce on individual plates; top with chicken mixture, tomatoes and avocado. Serve with tortillas if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

GRILLED CHILI LIME CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD



Grilled Chili Lime Chicken Fajita Salad image

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 batch MARINADE/DRESSING
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
2 cloves minced garlic
1 teaspoon brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon red Chile flakes or red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 batch SALAD
4 pieces boneless chicken thighs, skin removed
1/2 piece yellow bell pepper, deseeded and sliced
1/2 piece red pepper, deseeded and sliced
1/2 piece onion
5 cups romaine, washed and dried
2 pieces avocados, sliced
1 cup cilantro, for garnish
1 cup sour cream (optional)

Steps:

  • Whisk marinade ingredients together to combine. Pour half the marinade into a shallow dish to marinade the chicken for about two hours, if time allows. Refrigerate the reserved 'untouched' marinade to use as a dressing
  • Heat about 1 tsp of oil in a grill pan over medium high heat and grill chicken on each side until golden, crispy and cooked through. Alternately, you can bbq them. Once cooked, set aside to rest.
  • Wipe pan over with paper towel; drizzle with another tsp of oil and fry pepper and onion strips until cooked to your liking.
  • Slice chicken into strips and prepare salad with leaves, avocado slices, peppers, onion strips and chicken. Drizzle with remaining marinade/dressing and serve with cilantro leaves and sour cream.

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN FAJITA MASON JAR SALAD



Southwestern Chicken Fajita Mason Jar Salad image

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

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 pounds)
2 red bell peppers, sliced 2 zucchini, sliced
1 yellow onion, sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon fajita seasoning blend (no added sodium)
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 medium roasted sweet potatoes, diced
3 cups greens of choice, such as spring mix
Serving suggestions: avocado, cheese, cilantro, lime juice and sour cream, optional

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

EASIEST CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD



Easiest Chicken Fajita Salad image

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

1/2 lb chicken strips, fully cooked
1/2 tablespoon Mrs. Dash seasoning mix, southwest
5 ounces salad greens
1/3 cup cheddar cheese
salad dressing (optional)

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!

CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD WRAPS RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Chicken Fajita Salad Wraps Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by joeyanne

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients
1 cup ranch dressing
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon finely chopped chipotle chiles in adobo sauce (from 7-oz can)
1 teaspoon grated lime peel
3 cups chopped cold deli rotisserie chicken (from 2- to 2 1/2-lb chicken)
2 cups thinly sliced iceberg lettuce
1 cup Green Giant™ frozen corn, cooked, cooled
1 small tomato, seeded, chopped (1/3 cup)
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (4 oz)
1 package (11 oz) Old El Paso™ flour tortillas for burritos (8 tortillas; 8 inch)
Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa, if desired
Sour cream, if desired

Steps:

  • Directions 1 In small bowl, mix dressing ingredients; set aside. In large bowl, stir together chicken, lettuce, corn and tomato. Add dressing; toss to coat. 2 To assemble each wrap, spoon 1/8 of chicken mixture down center of each tortilla; sprinkle with cheese. Roll up. Serve immediately with salsa and sour cream.

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN FAJITA MASON JAR SALAD RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Southwestern Chicken Fajita Mason Jar Salad Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by á-4084

Number Of Ingredients 15

Optional Add-Ons:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 pounds)
2 red bell peppers, sliced
1 yellow onion, sliced
2 zucchini, sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon fajita seasoning blend (no added sodium)
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 medium roasted sweet potatoes *
3 cups greens of choice (I used spring mix)
Avocado
Cheese
Cilantro
Sour cream
Lime juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Add the prepared vegetables and chicken to a large baking sheet pan. Drizzle the oil and seasoning over the mixture, and then stir to coat. Bake uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. To assemble: Put in the fajita mixture, sweet potatoes, and greens in that order. If you choose to add the optional ingredients, place them on top of the greens the day you plan to eat the salad. These jars will keep for 3 to 5 days. * Roast the sweet potatoes in advance to enjoy as a snack throughout the week and to add to this salad. Or roast them together with the vegetables and chicken. Simply add an extra teaspoon of both oil and seasoning.

MEXICAN CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD



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I often order this salad when I go to my favorite Mexican restaurant. This is my version of their salad. I got it to taste very close to it. Now I don't need to go out to get this salad.A lot of ingredients,but very easy to make. It has corn Salsa,chicken tomatoes,Cheese,and tortilla strips. My family loved it.

Provided by Nor Mac

Categories     Other Salads

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 35

2 lb chicken breast,or chicken breast tenders
2 c mexican cheese blend shredded
1 large head of romaine lettuce
2 c corn and black bean avocado salsa recipe below
1 pt grape tomatoes chopped
TORTILLA STRIPS
4 tortilla rounds
3/4 tsp salt
CHICKEN MARINADE
1/4 c water
1/4 c lime juice
3 tsp instant chicken bouillon powder
1/4-1/2 tsp cayenne pepper depending on how spicy you like your chicken
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
2 tsp sugar
2 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp cumin
CHEESE QUESADILLA OPTIONAL
1 c mexican cheese blend shredded
2 flour tortilla's
2 Tbsp canola oil
SALSA FOR SALAD
15 oz can black beans rinsed well,and strained
15 oz can of sweet corn rinsed and strained
14 oz can of diced tomatoes with green chili's juice and all
1 avocado peeled and chopped
1 pt grape tomatoes quartered
1/2 red onion finely chopped
2 tsp honey
1/4 -1 /2 tsp cayenne pepper depending on how spicy you like it
3 Tbsp lime juice divided
1/2 tsp salt
2 tsp olive oil
DRESSING OPTIONAL: 2 SMALL ORANGES, JUICED OR 1 LARGE ORANGE, JUICED 2 TABLESPOONS BALSAMIC VINEGAR 2 TABLESPOONS HONEY 1 CLOVE GARLIC, PEELED 3/4 TEASPOON SALT 3/4 TEASPOON FRESHLY GROUND BLACK PEPPER 3/4 CUP EXTRA-VIRGIN OLIVE OIL.

Steps:

  • 1. make Salsa. Combine all ingredients Except add tomatoes and Avocado last.
  • 2. Combine all ingredients in a bowl to make marinade. Place chicken in marinade and refrigerate for an hour.
  • 3. Mean while Take the tortilla's and brush all sides with oil. Stack them together. Cut in half. Then slice into thin strips starting at the short end. Toss the strips with salt. and bake on sheet pan at 400 degree's about 10 minutes. Toss them with spatula after 5 minutes. Watch them. If they are brown they are over cooked. You want them slightly browned. Take out of oven and cool.
  • 4. Make the Salad. rinse dry and chop romaine. Chop tomatoes. Toss the lettuce with the tomatoes. Divide mixture to 4 plates,or bowls. Top with 1/4 of Corn salsa mixture. Sprinkle 1/4 of the cheese on each dish.
  • 5. Heat grill. Spray with oil so chicken doesn't stick. Cook until no pink shows when cut. Cut chicken in to strips. place on salads equally. Sprinkle tortilla strips on salad,and top with Orange Balsamic dressing. enjoy
  • 6. Optional cheese Quesadilla': Heat 1/2 the oil in a large fry pan. place tortilla in pan. Sprinkle with cheese. After about 1-2 minutes. Fold in half. Brown on both sides until cheese is melted. Cut and serve.
  • 7. Serve salad with your favorite vinegrette

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