Grilled Chili Lime Chicken Fajita Salad
Grilled Chili Lime Chicken Fajita Salad is a colorful and nutritious dish that brings together the vibrant flavors of zesty lime and spicy chili with tender, grilled chicken. This salad is not just a feast for the eyes but also a delightful balance of taste and texture, featuring creamy avocado, crunchy bell peppers, and fresh greens. Perfect for casual gatherings or meal prep, this dish is quick to prepare and can be customized to suit individual preferences. Enjoy it as a refreshing main course or use it as a filling in wraps and tacos for an exciting twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken thigh fillets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 100 ml lime juice
- 2 avocados
- 5 cups Romaine lettuce
- 1/2 yellow bell pepper
- 1/2 red bell pepper
- 1/2 onion
- 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
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, brown sugar, chili flakes, cumin, and salt to create the marinade.
- Marinate the chicken thighs in half of the mixture for at least two hours. Reserve the remaining marinade for dressing.
- Grill marinated chicken over medium-high heat for about 6–7 minutes on each side until cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
- Sauté bell peppers and onion in remaining olive oil until tender.
- Assemble by layering Romaine lettuce, sliced avocados, grilled chicken strips, and sautéed vegetables in a serving bowl. Drizzle with reserved marinade before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 130mg