Best 3 Applebees Santa Fe Chicken Salad Recipes

Applebee's Santa Fe Chicken Salad is a flavorful and refreshing dish that combines grilled chicken, crisp greens, black beans, corn, tomatoes, and a zesty Santa Fe dressing. If you're a fan of this popular salad, you can easily recreate it at home with a few simple ingredients and steps. In this article, we'll provide you with a detailed recipe and helpful tips to make the perfect Applebee's Santa Fe Chicken Salad in the comfort of your own kitchen. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create this delicious and satisfying salad that's perfect for lunch, dinner, or a light and healthy meal.

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SANTA FE CHICKEN SALAD (APPLEBEE'S)

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Do not let the list of ingredients keep you from making this salad. Most of the ingredients are for the marinade and salsa which should be made the day before and refrigerated. The remaining ingredients are the salad and side items. It is super quick to throw together the next day and tastes awesome. The tequila-lime chicken is outstanding on its own and you may want to make extra Pico de Gallo to keep in the fridge. I have adapted this recipe from a former Applebee's employee. The recipe is scaled down for one serving, so adjust for more servings. Cooktime is marinade time.

Provided by NcMysteryShopper

Categories Chicken Breast

Time 12h15m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 26

Ingredients

2 tablespoons gold tequila
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
1 teaspoon fajita seasoning mix
3/4 teaspoon minced fresh jalapeno pepper (seeded)
3/4 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 boneless chicken breasts, skin on or 1 boneless skinless chicken breast
1 small tomatoes, diced
1/2 small onion, diced
1 -2 teaspoon diced jalapeno (we like more!)
1/8 cup fresh cilantro (diced)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon white vinegar
3 tablespoons ranch dressing (they use Naturally Fresh brand lo-fat)
tortilla chips (multi-colored or regular) or corn tortilla strips (multi-colored or regular)
chopped scallion, sprinkled on top
1 ounce sour cream (ramekin at 9 o'clock)
1 ounce guacamole (ramekin at 3 o'clock)
2 ounces pico de gallo, recipe above (ramekin at 12 o'clock)
3 -4 cups torn salad greens
1/8-1/4 cup shredded monterey jack cheese or 1/8-1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

Combine marinade ingredients in a container with lid. Add Chicken and place in refrigerator overnight.
Combine Pico de Gallo ingredients in a small bowl with lid and place in refrigerator overnight with chicken.
Remove chicken from marinade and sprinkle with fajita seasoning. Grill skin-side down for about 5 minutes, turn and continue to grill for about 10 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. I use my George Forman grill with fantastic results (about 7 minutes).
While the chicken is grilling combine ranch dressing with 2 Tablespoons of the Pico de Gallo. Set Aside.
Prepare Garnishes.
Toss salad greens with cheese and remaining Pico de Gallo (or less - to taste). Sprinkle with fried tortilla strips or lightly crushed tortilla chips.
Cut chicken into strips and place on top of greens. Add Garnishes to plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 717.9, Fat 51.9, SaturatedFat 14.3, Cholesterol 135.8, Sodium 2352.1, Carbohydrate 27.1, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 11.5, Protein 39.7

SANTA FE CHICKEN SALAD

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This is one of my favorites. It's very festive and it makes a great meal.

Provided by Judy Neary

Categories Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup Italian-style salad dressing
1 head iceberg lettuce
1 head romaine lettuce, rinsed and dried
2 bunches green onions, chopped
1 large tomato, chopped
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar and Monterey cheese blend
5 (6 inch) flour tortillas
½ cup ranch-style salad dressing
½ cup salsa

Steps:

In a gallon size plastic bag or 9x9 baking dish, mix together the mayonnaise and Italian dressing. Place chicken in mixture and marinate overnight in the refrigerator.
Chop, wash, and dry the iceberg and romaine lettuce. Mix and divide among four dinner-size plates. Divide and place the tomato and green onions among the plates. Sprinkle the top of each salad with shredded cheese.
Remove chicken from marinade and grill or broil until cooked. While chicken is cooking, cut tortillas into three thick strips and cut each strip into 'matchsticks'. Place on a cookie sheet and put under broiler until golden brown. Let cool. Cut the chicken into strips and divide among plates. Top with tortilla 'crispies'.
To prepare the dressing, combine the salsa and ranch dressing in a blender and mix until smooth. Pour over each salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 907.1 calories, Carbohydrate 46.1 g, Cholesterol 115.7 mg, Fat 63 g, Fiber 8.6 g, Protein 42.8 g, SaturatedFat 15.4 g, Sodium 1806.7 mg, Sugar 13 g

APPLEBEE'S SANTA FE STUFFED CHICKEN

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Make and share this Applebee's Santa Fe Stuffed Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Little Bee

Categories Poultry

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

8 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 (8 ounce) package monterey jack cheese
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
1 1/2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 small red bell pepper
1 small green bell pepper

Steps:

Cut some of the cheese into 8 slices, and reserve part of it for the cheese sauce. Place 1 chicken breast between two sheets of wax paper. Working from the center to the edges pound with a meat mallet until flat and rectangular shaped. Repeat with remaining breasts. Wrap the flattened chicken breasts around cheese. Secure with wooden picks or uncooked spaghetti noodles.
Combine the bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, salt, cumin and pepper. Roll the secured chicken pieces in the melted butter and then in the bread crumb mixture. Place chicken breasts in a 13 x 9-inch baking dish, but don't crowd them. Drizzle the remaining butter over all eight of the breasts. Refrigerate for 1 hour or freeze to bake later (baking time will be increased by about 5 to 10 minutes).
Bake in a preheated 400ºF (205ºC) oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until chicken is done.
Make a roux with butter and flour. Add about 1 cup milk. Bring to a simmer. Add cheese and lower the heat, stirring constantly so cheese does not burn. Add milk as needed to thin out the cheese sauce. Dice bell peppers.
When chicken is done, pour some cheese sauce over top and sprinkle with diced peppers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 820.4, Fat 46.5, SaturatedFat 27.6, Cholesterol 253.3, Sodium 1487.5, Carbohydrate 23.3, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 3.3, Protein 74.8

Tips:

Select ripe, flavorful ingredients: Use fresh, ripe avocados, tomatoes, and corn for the best flavor. Choose a good quality canned black beans and a flavorful dressing.
Don't overcook the chicken: Cook the chicken until it is just cooked through to prevent it from becoming dry and tough.
Use a variety of textures: The combination of crispy chicken, creamy avocado, crunchy corn, and tender black beans creates a variety of textures that make this salad irresistible.
Make it your own: Feel free to customize the salad to your liking. Add other vegetables, such as red onion, bell peppers, or cucumber. Swap out the black beans for another type of bean, such as pinto beans or kidney beans. Use a different type of dressing, such as a ranch dressing or a honey mustard dressing.

Conclusion:

This Applebee's Santa Fe Chicken Salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is easy to make. Whether you are a fan of Applebee's or not, you are sure to enjoy this salad. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful salad, give this recipe a try.