SUMMER TIME

Hello ladies and gents this is the viking telling you that today we are talking about 

SANTA FE CHICKEN SALAD


Sante Fe Chicken Salad

INGREDIENTS
  • 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil
  • pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 c. lime juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
  • kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 tbsp. vegetable oil, divided
  • 2 small corn tortillas
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 c. chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1 c. black beans, drained
  • 1 avocado, chopped
  • 2/3 c. corn
  • 1 c. Shredded Monterey Jack
  • 1/4 c. Chopped cilantro
 
DIRECTIONS
  1. Make dressing/marinade. Whisk together olive oil, red pepper flakes, lime juice, garlic and cumin until emulsified.
  2. Place chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag. Pour about half of the lime dressing over the chicken, close bag and toss chicken to coat.
  3. Marinate 15 minutes. Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Cut tortillas in half, then slice the halves into ½”-thick strips. When the oil is shimmering and very hot, add the strips to the oil. Fry until crispy, about 2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels and season immediately with salt.
  4. In a separate skillet, heat remaining vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, until the chicken is cooked through. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  5. Assemble salad. Toss remaining ingredients in a large serving bowl. Top with cooked chicken and crispy tortilla strips then toss with dressing.
And as always have a chilled day from the Viking

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