Express

Crispy Tortilla and Chicken Salad

with fajita vegetables

Prep & Cook Time: 15-20 min.

Difficulty Level: Easy

Spice Level: Not Spicy

Cook Within: 4 days

Contains: Milk, Eggs

All ingredients are individually packaged, but our central facility is not certified allergen-free. Furthermore, ingredient contents may vary. Please check ingredient packaging for allergens and nutrition facts. If you have serious allergies, please use your best judgment or consult a health professional to decide if our meals are safe for you!
A note about serious food allergies
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    Under 35g net carbs
    Fiber Rich
    Over 30g protein
  • Gluten-Smart

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In Your Box (serves 2)

  • 10 oz. Boneless Skinless Chicken Cutlet
  • 1 Romaine Heart
  • 4 oz. Sliced Red Bell Pepper
  • 4 oz. Black Beans
  • 3 oz. Corn Kernels
  • Info
    1½ fl. oz. Buttermilk Ranch Dressing
  • Info
    1 oz. Shredded Cheddar-Jack Cheese
  • ½ oz. Tortilla Strips
  • 2 tsp. Fajita Seasoning
  • 1 tsp. Chile and Cumin Rub
Contains: FD&C Blue No. 1, FD&C Blue No. 2, and FD&C Red No. 40
Food intolerance information

Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.

  • Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories
    500
  • Carbohydrates
    32g
  • Net Carbs
    24g
  • Fat
    25g
  • Protein
    39g
  • Sodium
    1700mg

Recipe Steps

You Will Need

  • Olive Oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • 1 Medium Non-Stick Pan
  • 1 Large Non-Stick Pan
  • 1 Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Colander/Strainer

Before You Cook

Cooking Guidelines

To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:

  • Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
  • Seafood 145° F |
  • Chicken 165° F |
  • Ground Beef 160° F |
  • Ground Turkey 165° F |
  • Ground Pork 160° F

Customize It Instructions

  • If using antibiotic free chicken, pat dry. Cook until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes per side.

  • If using salmon, pat dry. Add salmon, skin-side up first, and cook until salmon reaches minimum internal temperature, 4-6 minutes per side. 

  • If using sirloin steaks, pat dry. Cook until steak reaches desired doneness, or 4-6 minutes per side for medium/medium-well. Rest, 3 minutes. Steak thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner steak, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.

  • If using trout, pat dry. Add trout, skin-side up first, and cook until fish reaches minimum internal temperature, 2-3 minutes per side.

  1. 1

    Cook the Vegetable Mixture

    Drain and rinse beans in a colander/strainer.

    Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil. Add bell peppers to hot pan. Stir occasionally until tender, 6-8 minutes.

    Add corn, beans, fajita seasoning, 1/4 tsp. salt, and a pinch of pepper. Stir occasionally until heated through, 3-4 minutes.

    Remove from burner. Let cool, 5 minutes.

    While vegetable mixture cooks, continue recipe.

  2. 2

    Cook the Chicken

    Pat chicken dry. Season both sides with 1/4 tsp. salt, a pinch of pepper, and chile and cumin rub.

    Place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil.

    Add chicken to hot pan. Cook until browned and chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 3-5 minutes per side.

    Cutlet thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner cutlet, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.

    Remove from burner.

    While chicken cooks, continue recipe.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Romaine

    Hold romaine heart at root end and chop coarsely.

  4. 4

    Assemble Salad and Finish Dish

    In a mixing bowl, combine romaine, vegetable mixture, and dressing. Gently toss to coat.

    Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping salad with shredded cheese and tortilla strips. Slice chicken, if desired. Bon appétit!

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