Spicy Warm Chicken Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavorful Spicy Warm Chicken Salad! Tender, spice-rubbed chicken breasts are pan-seared to perfection, delivering a bold kick of paprika, cayenne, and garlic in every juicy bite. Served over a bed of crisp romaine and peppery arugula, this hearty salad is brightened with cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and red onion, then finished with creamy crumbled feta. A simple yet irresistible balsamic-honey dressing ties it all together, while the option of fresh cilantro adds an extra pop of freshness. Perfect as a quick, satisfying meal in just 35 minutes, this warm salad is a feast of textures and tastes that will have you coming back for more. Ideal for lunch or dinner, this recipe is packed with protein, vibrant vegetables, and a zesty touch that salad lovers can't resist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups romaine lettuce
- 2 cups arugula
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 0.5 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub this spice mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until they are fully cooked and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and allow it to rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
In a large serving bowl, combine romaine lettuce, arugula, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and honey to make the dressing.
Add the sliced chicken to the salad mixture. Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently to combine.
Sprinkle the salad with crumbled feta cheese and chopped cilantro (if using) for garnish.
Serve the Spicy Warm Chicken Salad immediately while the chicken is still warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1505 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.4 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.1 g | 136% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 396 mg | 132% | |
| Sodium | 2787 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.6 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.0 g | ||
| Protein | 133.9 g | 268% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 837 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 2645 mg | 56% | |
*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.
