Cajun Chicken Salad Food

CAJUN-STYLE CHICKEN SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375˚F (190˚C).
• In a small bowl, combine paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, oregano, thyme, and salt. Reserve 1½ teaspoons of the seasoning. Set aside.
• Coat both sides of the chicken breasts with the seasoning mixture.
• In an oiled cast-iron skillet, cook chicken on medium-high heat 4 minutes per side, or until chicken is browned.
• Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165˚F (72˚C). Let the chicken rest for several minutes.
• In a small bowl, combine yogurt, minced garlic, lime juice, olive oil and reserved seasoning mixture. Set aside.
• Cut chicken into pieces.
• In a large bowl, add lettuce, chicken, red onion, avocado, cherry tomatoes, and black beans.
• Add dressing and toss.
• Enjoy!

EASY AND FAST CAJUN CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD

Steps:

• Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Crumble and set aside.
• In a preheated skillet, add the chicken, seasoning mix and oil. Cook until chicken is golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
• In a salad bowl, combine Romaine, enough salad dressing to coat, Parmesan cheese and bacon. Toss and place on individual salad plates. Top with the sliced chicken and serve.

CAJUN CHICKEN

Steps:

• In a large shallow dish, mix the oil, Cajun seasoning, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and lemon pepper. Place the chicken in the dish, and turn to coat with the mixture. Cover, and refrigerate for 1/2 hour.
• Preheat the grill for high heat.
• Lightly oil the grill grate. Drain chicken, and discard marinade. Place chicken on hot grill and cook for 6 to 8 minutes on each side, or until juices run clear.

CAJUN CHICKEN SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine chicken, celery, onions, and bell peppers.
• In another bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, vinegar, broth, and Cajun seasoning. Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetables and toss well to coat.
• Cover bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Stir a couple of times during the chilling process.
• Much of the excess dressing will be absorbed by the other ingredients in the salad. Serve on its own or on lettuce leaves.

CAJUN CHICKEN SALAD

Steps:

• In a mixing bowl combine the chicken, mayonnaise, celery, and spice mix. Adjust seasonings to taste. Chill before serving in lettuce wraps or on rolls.

CAJUN CHICKEN SALAD

Steps:

• Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl. Allow to chill covered for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to blend together. Enjoy!

GRILLED CAJUN CHICKEN SALAD WITH SPICY RANCH DRESSING

Steps:

• Make seasoning:
• Mix all ingredients in small bowl to blend.
• Make salad dressing:
• Whisk 3/4cup buttermilk, mayonnaise, chopped green onion, chopped fresh parsley, apple cider vinegar, garlic, lemon peel, and 1 1/2 teaspoons seasoning mixture in medium bowl until well blended. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Store remaining seasoning at room temperature. Cover and refrigerate dressing.)
• Rub remaining seasoning mixture onto chicken. Place chicken in medium bowl. Pour remaining 1 cup buttermilk over chicken, turning to coat. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes and up to 3 hours, turning occasionally.
• Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Remove chicken breasts from buttermilk, shaking off excess. Grill chicken until just cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to cutting board and let rest 5 minutes.
• Combine mixed greens, pecans, and raisins in large bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Season salad with salt and pepper. Divide salad among 4 plates. Cut chicken on sharp diagonal into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Arrange atop salads and serve.

CAJUN TOMATO CHICKEN SALAD

Steps:

• Combine lemon juice and next five ingredients.
• Beat in yogurt.
• Gently fold chicken and next 3 ingredients into dressing and chill.
• Just before serving, fold in tomatoes.