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!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning on both sides.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, red bell pepper, red onion, and avocado slices.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

Drizzle the Cajun dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Step 6

Top the salad with sliced Cajun chicken and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1594.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2284.5

Total Fat 158.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 419.6mg	0%
Sodium 5189.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 93.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.6g	0%
Total Sugars 26.7g
Protein 125.8g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 278.4mg	0%
Iron 8.2mg	0%
Potassium 3450.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.0%

Protein: 21.8%

Carbs: 16.2%