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Amanda Smith

Honey Hot Chicken Salad: Discover Your New Favorite Recipe!

A delicious and spicy chicken salad that combines the sweetness of honey with the heat of hot sauce, perfect for a light meal or a hearty snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup diced celery
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 cups mixed greens or lettuce for serving
  • Optional: sliced avocado or crumbled bacon for topping

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, mayonnaise, honey, hot sauce, celery, red onion, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  2. Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning or hot sauce according to your preference.
  3. Chill the chicken salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  4. To serve, place a generous scoop of the chicken salad over a bed of mixed greens or lettuce.
  5. If desired, top with sliced avocado or crumbled bacon for added flavor and texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

  • For a crunchier texture, add 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans.
  • Substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise for a lighter option while maintaining creaminess.

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