Spicy Chicken Salad
Elevate your salad game with this bold and flavorful Spicy Chicken Salad! Perfectly grilled chicken breasts are seasoned with a tantalizing blend of chili powder, cumin, and garlic, then paired with crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and zesty jalapeños. A creamy, fiery dressing made with lime juice, mayonnaise, and sriracha ties it all together, delivering a deliciously spicy kick in every bite. Fresh cilantro adds a burst of herbaceousness, while the simple prep and 30-minute total cook time make this dish a quick, healthy option for busy weeknights. Ideal as a standalone meal, this spicy chicken salad is a must-try for anyone craving fresh, satisfying flavors with a little heat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 cup red onion
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup cucumber
- 4 cups romaine lettuce
- 1 piece jalapeño
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 piece lime
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sriracha
Instructions
Preheat your grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.
Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, then season with salt, black pepper, chili powder, ground cumin, and garlic powder.
Place the chicken on the grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and juices run clear. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
While the chicken is resting, chop the red onion, halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber, and coarsely chop the romaine lettuce. Slice the jalapeño into thin rings and chop fresh cilantro.
In a small bowl, mix the juice of one lime, mayonnaise, and sriracha to create the spicy dressing.
Cut the grilled chicken into bite-sized pieces.
In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, red onion, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and jalapeño slices. Add the chopped chicken and cilantro.
Pour the spicy dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well combined.
Serve immediately as a delicious, healthy meal with a kick of spice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1449 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.6 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.9 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 355 mg | 118% | |
| Sodium | 3691 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.4 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.1 g | ||
| Protein | 115.4 g | 231% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 201 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 2174 mg | 46% | |
*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.
