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Chicken Santa Fe Salad

5 from 1 vote
Created by Mariam Ezzeddine
Indulge in the vibrant and satisfying flavors of our Santa Fe Grilled Chicken Salad recipe. This Santa Fe chicken salad recipe combines the zesty goodness of Santa Fe cuisine with the freshness of crisp greens and a creamy cilantro dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Dish, Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 4 Servings
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Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 1 ½ lb chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

For the dressing

  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ⅓ cup fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground pepper

For the Salad

  • 4 cups Romaine lettuce roughly chopped
  • 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup canned corn drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 jalapeno sliced
  • Lime slices to garnish

Instructions

  • Pat dry the chicken breasts with a kitchen towel. Marinade the chicken with taco seasonings, ground cumin, salt, lime juice, and olive oil. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill; add the chicken breasts and cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes until the chicken is cooked through with beautiful grill marks. Transfer the grilled chicken to a plate and set it aside.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the dressing; in a food processor combine the sour cream, cilantro, olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Grind until smooth and creamy. Set it aside.
  • Prepare the salad ingredients and mix them in a large bowl. Add the cooked chicken on top and drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad.
  • Garnish the salad with lime slices and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes. This will infuse the chicken with flavor and tenderize it. For an even stronger flavor, marinate the chicken for a few hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
  • Preheat your grill pan or outdoor grill to medium heat. 
  • Cook the chicken breasts until they reach 165 degrees F when checked with a digital meat thermometer. Make sure not to overcook the chicken to keep it juicy and tender.
  • Once the chicken is cooked, allow it to rest for a few minutes before slicing it. This helps retain the juices and ensures that the chicken remains moist.
  • You can make the dressing ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator. This allows the flavors to meld together, making the dressing even more flavorful. Just give it a good stir before drizzling it over the salad.
  • Customize the salad with additional ingredients based on your preferences. You can add diced avocado, sliced red onions, shredded cheese, or crushed tortilla chips for added texture and flavor.
  • Serve the salad immediately after adding the dressing.  

Nutrition

Calories: 548kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 126mg | Sodium: 674mg | Potassium: 840mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 4797IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 88mg | Iron: 3mg
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