Fajita Taco Salad Recipe
Grilled chicken or steak fajita served with beans, cheese dip, shredded cheese, sour cream, lettuce, & tomato.
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Ingredients
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Protein
Beans and Cheese
Salad Greens
Condiments
Method
Preparing the Chicken and Vegetables
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine the olive oil, fajita seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken breasts, coating them well with the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Grill the Chicken
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- 3
Assembling the Salad
- 4
Prepare the Base
In a large bowl, add the chopped romaine lettuce. This will be the base of your taco salad.
- 5
Add Toppings
Layer the black beans, sautéed vegetables, sliced grilled chicken, diced tomatoes, and cheese dip over the lettuce.
- 6
Finish with Cheese and Sour Cream
Sprinkle shredded cheese on top and add dollops of sour cream as desired.