Description

This Jalapeño Popper Chicken Salad is a spicy twist on a classic favorite. Tender chicken mixed with creamy cheese, spicy jalapeños, and crispy bacon, all tossed in a zesty dressing. It’s the perfect combination of flavors for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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For the Salad:

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
4 jalapeños, seeded and diced
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1/2 cup diced red onion
6 cups mixed salad greens

For the Dressing:

1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped pickled jalapeños
1 tablespoon lime juice
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Cook the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill or pan-sear until cooked through. Let cool, then dice.
Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, chopped jalapeños, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine diced chicken, diced jalapeños, cheddar cheese, bacon, red onion, and mixed greens. Toss with the dressing until evenly coated.
Serve: Divide the salad among plates and serve immediately.

Notes

You can adjust the spice level by adding more or less jalapeños.
For a lower-fat version, you can use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 380
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 90mg