Santa Fe Salad Recipe with Chicken
If you’re craving a vibrant and satisfying meal that comes together in under 30 minutes, look no further than this Santa Fe Salad Recipe with Chicken. With tender chicken seasoned to perfection, fresh crisp veggies, and a creamy dressing, this salad is a flavor explosion that will delight your taste buds. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, it’s not only quick to prepare but also packed with nutrition and customizable options to suit everyone’s preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southwest
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 cup canned corn, drained
- 1 cup diced roma tomatoes
- ⅓ cup chopped cilantro
- Tortilla strips for topping
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon water, or more if needed
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create four thin cutlets. Season with chili powder and cumin.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken cutlets for about 5-6 minutes on each side until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, lime juice, water, chili powder, cumin, onion powder, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- In a large bowl, mix romaine lettuce, avocado, corn, tomatoes, and cilantro. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- Serve topped with crunchy tortilla strips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg