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Honey Hot Chicken Salad: A Spicy Delight Recipe!

A spicy and creamy chicken salad that combines the sweetness of honey with the heat of hot sauce, perfect for a refreshing meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce adjust to taste
  • 1 cup celery diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup sweet pickles diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lettuce leaves or sandwich bread for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, and hot sauce. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add the shredded chicken, diced celery, red onion, sweet pickles, and parsley to the bowl. Stir until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the amount of hot sauce if you prefer more heat.
  4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  5. Serve the chicken salad on a bed of lettuce or as a filling in sandwiches.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

  • For a crunchier texture, add 1/2 cup of chopped nuts, such as almonds or pecans.
  • Substitute the chicken with canned tuna or chickpeas for a different protein option.

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