Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsEl AztecaChicken Salad Recipe

Chicken Salad Recipe

Inspired by El Azteca
Time30m
Serves4

Grilled chicken with lettuce, pico, guacamole, & sour cream.

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Ingredients

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Protein

Salad Base

Dressing

Method

Preparation of Ingredients

  1. 1

    Grilling the Chicken

    Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked. Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

  2. 2

    Making Pico de Gallo

    In a bowl, combine diced tomatoes, red onion, fresh cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix well and set aside to let the flavors meld.

  3. 3

    Preparing Guacamole

    In a separate bowl, mash the avocado with lime juice, garlic powder, and salt to taste. Mix until smooth and creamy.

Assembling the Salad

  1. 4

    Creating the Salad Base

    In a large salad bowl, add the romaine lettuce as the base.

  2. 5

    Adding Chicken and Toppings

    Slice the grilled chicken and place it evenly over the romaine lettuce. Top with pico de gallo and spoonfuls of guacamole.

  3. 6

    Finishing Touch

    Dollop sour cream over the top of the salad as desired. Serve immediately.

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