Description
Jalapeno Chicken Salad is a vibrant and delicious dish that combines tender chicken with fresh jalapenos, all enveloped in a creamy dressing. This flavor-packed salad is perfect for summer picnics or weeknight dinners, offering a delightful balance of spice and creaminess. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, it’s sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 fresh jalapenos, thinly sliced
- ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- ½ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp chili powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the chicken breasts on a lined baking sheet and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- While the chicken cooks, chop the jalapenos, red onion, and celery into bite-sized pieces.
- Once baked, cool the chicken slightly before shredding it with two forks.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, chopped veggies, mayonnaise (or yogurt), lime juice, and chili powder. Stir until well mixed.
- Season with additional salt and pepper if needed. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg