Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Southwest with this delectable Santa Fe Chicken Salad. This refreshing dish brings together spicy chicken cutlets, crisp vegetables, and crunchy tortilla strips for a satisfying meal perfect for any occasion. Packed with nutritious ingredients like romaine lettuce, tomatoes, and avocado, it’s not only delicious but also a great source of protein and healthy fats. Whether you’re serving it as a main dish or as a side, this salad is versatile and easy to customize to fit your taste preferences. Enjoy a burst of flavor in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- ½ lime (juiced)
- ¼ teaspoon salt (if your taco seasoning does not contain salt)
- ¼ teaspoon chipotle powder
- â…› teaspoon cayenne powder
- 2 chicken breasts (sliced lengthwise into 4 cutlets)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 large heart of romaine lettuce (cut or torn (about 6 cups))
- 2 medium tomatoes (diced)
- ½ small red onion (diced)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 large avocado (sliced)
- 1 ½ cups crispy tortilla strips
- ½ cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- Salt (for seasoning)
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by mixing mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, taco seasoning, lime juice, salt, chipotle powder, and cayenne in a bowl; set aside.
- Season chicken cutlets with salt and taco seasoning. Cook in a skillet with oil until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Let rest before slicing.
- In a large bowl, combine romaine lettuce, most diced tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and ¾ of the dressing; toss gently to combine.
- Plate the salad mix and top it with sliced chicken and avocado. Garnish with remaining vegetables and drizzle with leftover dressing.
- For crispy tortilla strips, fry corn tortilla strips in oil until golden brown; season with salt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg