Chicken Salad Hottie
Turn up the heat on your lunch game with the irresistible "Chicken Salad Hottie," a bold and vibrant twist on the classic chicken salad. This recipe combines tender shredded chicken with a creamy, zesty dressing made from mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, fresh lime juice, and a fiery kick of Sriracha sauce. Packed with crunch from celery, red bell peppers, and red onions, plus the fresh flavors of cilantro and optional jalapeños, this protein-packed dish offers a perfect balance of spice and tang. Serve it over a bed of crisp mixed greens and top with creamy avocado slices for a refreshing, nutritious meal that’s ready in just 15 minutes. Perfect for meal prep or a quick, guilt-free indulgence, this spicy chicken salad is sure to become a favorite for fans of bold flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast (shredded or diced)
- 0.5 cups Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cups Greek yogurt (plain)
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 stalks Celery (finely chopped)
- 0.5 cups Red bell pepper (diced)
- 0.25 cups Red onion (finely diced)
- 0.25 cups Cilantro (chopped)
- 1 Jalapeño (seeded and finely diced, optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 4 cups Mixed greens or lettuce
- 1 Avocado slices (for serving, optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, sriracha sauce, and lime juice. Whisk together until smooth.
Add the shredded or diced cooked chicken to the bowl and toss to coat it evenly in the spicy dressing.
Fold in the celery, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, and diced jalapeño (if using). Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Season the salad with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust sriracha for spiciness if needed.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the chicken salad for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
When ready to serve, arrange a bed of mixed greens or lettuce on each plate.
Spoon the chicken salad mixture on top of the greens. Garnish with avocado slices, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your spicy and vibrant Chicken Salad Hottie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1959 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.3 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.3 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 525 mg | 175% | |
| Sodium | 2630 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.0 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.8 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.6 g | ||
| Protein | 160.7 g | 321% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 483 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 13.9 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 3080 mg | 66% | |
*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.
