Chicken Fajita Salad (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)

Colorful, vibrant and tasty, this easy chicken fajita salad has all the flavor of traditional fajitas, just without the tortilla! Plus, it's easy to prep the ingredients ahead of time and assemble before eating, which is perfect for meal prep! Gluten-free and dairy-free too.

📝 Ingredients

• 2/3 pound chicken breast, cut into strips
• 1 avocado, seed removed and diced
• 1 cup mixed bell peppers, cut into strips
• 1/2 red onion, cut into strips
• 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1/3 teaspoon salt
• 1/3 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/3 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/3 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/3 teaspoon ground paprika
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 12–15 cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered
• Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Marinate Chicken Strips: In a bowl, mix 3 tablespoons olive oil with salt, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground black pepper, and ground paprika. Add the chicken strips and toss to coat. Let the chicken marinate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
2. 2Sauté Chicken: In a large nonstick skillet, sauté the marinated chicken for 7–8 minutes, turning halfway through.
3. 3Set Aside: Place the cooked chicken on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
4. 4Sauté Veggies: In the same pan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a pan. Sauté bell peppers and red onion for 5–6 minutes until slightly softened. Let cool for 5 minutes.
5. 5Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, sautéed vegetables, and cherry tomatoes. Add diced avocado, lime juice, and chopped herbs.
6. 6Serve and Enjoy: Mix well and serve!