Chicken Fajita Salad Food

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CHICKEN FAJITA SALAD



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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.

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

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

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