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Chicken Fajita Salad

chicken fajita salad
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: 30-minute-meals, Mexican
Calories: 510
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/4 lbs Chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
  • 1/4 cup Extra virgin olive oil (divided)
  • 2 Limes (small, juiced)
  • 1/4 cup Fajita seasoning
  • 2 Red bell peppers (medium, sliced)
  • 2 Yellow bell peppers (medium, sliced)
  • 1 Yellow onion (medium, sliced)
  • Sea salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups Roamine hearts (shredded)

Equipment

  • 1 Grill

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, combine the chicken, half of the oil, lime juice, and fajita seasoning.
  2. Preheat the grill to medium heat. Grill the chicken for seven to eight minutes per side or until cooked through. Let the chicken rest for five minutes before slicing.
  3. While the chicken is cooking, heat the remaining oil in a pan on the other side of the grill. Add the bell peppers, onion, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 10 to 15 minutes or until tender and browned. Alternatively, use a grill basket and toss the vegetables in oil ahead of time.
  4. Divide the lettuce, chicken, vegetables, and dressing evenly into bowls or plates. Enjoy!
    Serving size = one cup of lettuce, 2/3 cup of chicken, and 3/4 cup of vegetables.
    Protein 34g, Carbs 19g, Fiber 5g

Notes

This grilled chicken fajita salad is a fresh, flavorful, and protein-packed meal perfect for healthy lunches or easy weeknight dinners. Juicy, lime-marinated chicken thighs are seasoned with bold fajita spices and grilled to perfection, then served over crisp romaine lettuce with sautéed bell peppers and onions.
This vibrant dish is naturally low-carb, gluten-free, and high in protein, making it ideal for a variety of healthy eating plans. With its combination of smoky grilled chicken, colorful vegetables, and zesty citrus flavor, this fajita salad delivers a satisfying balance of taste and nutrition in every bite.
Quick to prepare and loaded with wholesome ingredients, this easy chicken fajita salad recipe is perfect for meal prep or a light, refreshing dinner the whole family will love.
Add fresh-squeezed limes, salsa, or cilantro-lime vinaigrette.
Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container up to five days.