Cajun Chicken Salad with Cajun Dressing
Bold, zesty, and packed with vibrant flavors, this Cajun Chicken Salad with Cajun Dressing is a refreshing yet hearty dish that’s perfect for lunch or dinner. Juicy, spice-rubbed chicken breasts take center stage, pan-seared to perfection and paired with a crisp medley of romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, avocado, and red onion. The salad is elevated with a creamy homemade Cajun dressing, a tangy blend of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, honey, and classic Cajun spices for a bold kick. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe delivers a satisfying balance of protein, fresh veggies, and a touch of indulgence, making it a standout choice for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Serve it as-is or pair it with crusty bread for a complete southern-inspired feast!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cups Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Cucumber, sliced
- 1 large Red bell pepper, sliced
- 0.5 medium Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 large Avocado, sliced
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning on both sides.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, red bell pepper, red onion, and avocado slices.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder, paprika, 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper to make the Cajun dressing.
Drizzle the Cajun dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Top the salad with sliced Cajun chicken and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2284 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 158.9 g | 204% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.9 g | 104% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 420 mg | 140% | |
| Sodium | 5189 mg | 226% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 93.2 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.6 g | 95% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.7 g | ||
| Protein | 125.8 g | 252% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 278 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 3450 mg | 73% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
