Grilled Cajun Chicken Salad with Spicy Ranch Dressing
Fire up your taste buds with this vibrant Grilled Cajun Chicken Salad with Spicy Ranch Dressing! Perfectly seasoned, juicy chicken breasts are grilled to a smoky char and served atop a bed of crisp mixed greens, sweet cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, crunchy cucumber, and a sprinkle of sharp cheddar cheese. The bold flavors don’t stop there—this salad is finished with a zesty homemade spicy ranch dressing, made with a kick of hot sauce and a splash of lime juice, adding the perfect tangy heat. Whether you're looking for a healthy weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing lunch idea, this satisfying salad is loaded with protein, fresh produce, and bold Cajun flair. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a delicious, wholesome meal you'll want to make again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced
- 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 medium avocado, diced
- 0.5 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup ranch dressing
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Rub the seasoning mixture evenly over both chicken breasts.
Place the chicken on the heated grill and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes.
While the chicken rests, prepare the salad. In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, red onion, diced avocado, and shredded cheddar cheese.
In a small bowl, whisk together the ranch dressing, hot sauce, and lime juice to make the spicy ranch dressing.
Slice the grilled chicken into thin strips.
Divide the salad mixture evenly among four serving plates or bowls.
Top each salad with sliced grilled chicken.
Drizzle the spicy ranch dressing over each salad and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1841 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.9 g | 161% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.2 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 395 mg | 132% | |
| Sodium | 4920 mg | 214% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.0 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.3 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.4 g | ||
| Protein | 136.4 g | 273% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 705 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 3190 mg | 68% | |
*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.
