Grilled Chili Lime Chicken Fajita Salad
Grilled Chili Lime Chicken Fajita Salad is a vibrant dish bursting with zesty flavors and fresh ingredients, making it an ideal choice for summer barbecues or quick weeknight dinners. Tender grilled chicken thighs marinated in a zesty chili lime dressing complement a colorful mix of bell peppers, onions, and creamy avocado. This salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with lean protein and nutrients, ensuring a nutritious meal that can be enjoyed on its own or served alongside your favorite sides. Perfect for meal prep, this recipe takes under an hour to make, allowing you to savor a healthy and delicious dish without the fuss.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless chicken thigh fillets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 100 ml lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons cilantro (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (crushed)
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 yellow bell pepper (deseeded and sliced)
- 1/2 red bell pepper (deseeded and sliced)
- 5 cups Romaine lettuce (washed and dried)
- 2 avocados (sliced)
- 1 pinch cilantro (extra to garnish)
- 1 pinch sour cream (optional – to serve)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, chopped cilantro, crushed garlic, brown sugar, red chili flakes, ground cumin, and salt. Reserve half for dressing.
- Marinate chicken in half of the marinade for at least 2 hours in the refrigerator.
- Heat olive oil in a grill pan over medium-high heat; grill chicken until golden and cooked through.
- Sauté sliced bell peppers and onion strips in the same pan until tender.
- In a large serving bowl, layer Romaine lettuce leaves, avocado slices, sautéed vegetables, and sliced chicken. Drizzle with reserved marinade before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad portion (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg