Santa Fe Cafe Menu Recipes

CHILI'S SANTA FE CHICKEN SALAD

Steps:

• Rub chicken cutlets with olive oil and taco seasoning. Heat a large skillet over med-high heat and cook chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until cooked through. Set aside and let cool, then slice chicken thinly.
• Meanwhile, mix together ingredients for santa fe sauce.
• When ready to serve salad, toss lettuce with ranch dressing, then top with sliced chicken, avocado, pico de gallo, cilantro and tortilla strips. Drizzle santa fe sauce overtop then serve and enjoy!

EASY SANTA FE CHICKEN

Steps:

• In a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Add broth and salsa; bring to a boil. Stir in rice and garlic powder. Place chicken over rice; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. , Turn chicken; cook 10-15 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 165°. Remove from the heat. Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Garnish with cilantro if desired.

SANTA FE CHOWDER

Steps:

• In a large pot, add the chiles, onion, cumin, coriander, oregano, salt, and oil.
• Saute over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onions are clear.
• Add in the carrots, sweet potatoes, potatoes, and water.
• Bring mixture to a boil; reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
• Add in the bell peppers, tomatoes, corn, and zucchini, stir to combine.
• Cover and cook on medium-high for 15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
• Transfer 3 cups of the vegetables from the soup into the container of a blender.
• Add the Neufchatel, cheddar, and milk.
• Process until smooth.
• Add puree back to the soup; stir to combine and reheat if necessary.