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Jalapeno Chicken Salad

Zesty Jalapeno Chicken Salad for Spicy Comfort Cravings

This Jalapeno Chicken Salad is a flavor-packed, creamy dish perfect for lunch that satisfies spicy cravings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 cups cooked shredded chicken using rotisserie chicken adds great flavor
  • 1 cup mayonnaise swap for Greek yogurt for a lighter version
  • 1/2 cup sour cream can replace with additional mayonnaise
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt use sea salt for sophistication
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground for best flavor
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder fresh minced garlic can be used
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder finely chopped onions for crunch
  • 1/4 cup pickled jalapenos adjust for spice preference
  • 1/4 cup chopped celery bell peppers can be a substitute
For Serving
  • croissants, bread, or lettuce wraps perfect vehicles for this dish
  • tortilla chips provides extra crunch on the side

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of mayonnaise, ½ cup of sour cream, ½ teaspoon of salt, ¼ teaspoon of black pepper, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon of onion powder. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Fold in 3 cups of cooked shredded chicken, ¼ cup of chopped celery, and ¼ cup of pickled jalapenos. Gently mix until evenly coated, about another 2-3 minutes.
  3. Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  4. After chilling, stir gently and serve it on croissants, bread, or lettuce wraps with tortilla chips on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill before serving for the best flavor. Adjust spice levels according to preference, and use fresh ingredients for optimal taste.

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