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Jalapeño Popper Chicken Salad

Jalapeño Popper Chicken Salad That'll Spice Up Your Meals

A delicious Jalapeño Popper Chicken Salad with bold flavors, perfect for lunch or dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 pieces Boneless skinless chicken breasts Use tender cuts for a juicy base.
  • 4 slices Bacon Crispy bacon adds a smoky crunch.
  • 2 pieces Jalapeños Adjust quantity based on spice tolerance.
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Binds ingredients together.
  • 2 tablespoons Green onion Adds a fresh bite.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder Enhances depth of flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Brings warmth and savory note.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil Elevates taste and moisture.

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

How to Make Jalapeño Popper Chicken Salad
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon strips until crispy and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the pan and crumble into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Using the same skillet with leftover bacon grease, add the boneless chicken breasts. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Let them cool, then shred or chop into small pieces.
  3. Take your fresh jalapeños, slice them open, and carefully remove the seeds if you prefer a milder taste. Chop them into small, manageable pieces.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, sliced jalapeños, mayonnaise, chopped green onion, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt. Mix with a spatula until well combined.
  5. For the best flavor, refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve it chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Garnish with extra green onions or jalapeño slices for a pop of color! This salad works great as a sandwich filling or a top for crisp lettuce.

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