Chicken Fiesta Salad Recipe
Spicy Cajun breast, Cheddar, Monterrey Jack, black olives, tomatoes, tortilla chips, optional sour cream and salsa.
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Ingredients
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Chicken
Salad Base
Cheese
Optional Toppings
Method
Prepare Chicken
- 1
Season the Chicken
Rub the Cajun seasoning evenly on both sides of the chicken breasts.
- 2
Cook the Chicken
In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Remove from heat and let them cool slightly before slicing.
Assemble Salad
- 3
Prepare the Salad Base
In a large mixing bowl, add the chopped romaine lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced black olives.
- 4
Add Cheese
Sprinkle the shredded Cheddar and Monterrey Jack cheese over the salad base.
- 5
Add Chicken and Tortilla Chips
Slice the cooked chicken breasts and add them to the salad. Top with tortilla chips.
Serve
- 6
Add Optional Toppings
If desired, add spoonfuls of sour cream and salsa on top of the salad before serving.
- 7
Toss and Serve
Gently toss the salad to combine all ingredients and serve immediately.