Chipotle Chicken Salad

This Chipotle Chicken Salad is a zesty and flavorful dish perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner. Featuring tender shredded chicken and a variety of crispy vegetables, all coated in a creamy, spicy dressing, this salad is a delightful blend of textures and tastes. Serve it with tortilla chips or inside a sandwich or wrap for a versatile and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

🍗 3 cups shredded chicken (homemade or store-bought)
🌶️ 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
🧅 1 small red onion, finely diced
🥒 2 stalks of celery, finely diced
🌿 1/3 cup finely chopped cilantro
🥄 1/2 cup mayonnaise
🥄 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
🌶️ 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, finely chopped (from can)
🥄 3 tablespoons adobo sauce (from the same can)
🍋 1/4 cup lime juice
🧂 1 teaspoon garlic powder
🌿 1/8 teaspoon cumin
🧂 1/8 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1- Prepare the Chicken and Vegetables:

Begin by shredding the chicken breast. A rotisserie chicken is a quick option, but homemade shredded chicken works as well.
Dice and chop all the vegetables: red bell pepper, red onion, celery, and cilantro.

2- Make the Dressing:

In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, chopped chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, and salt.
Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated, forming a smooth, creamy dressing.

3- Assemble the Salad:

Add the shredded chicken, diced red bell pepper, celery, red onion, and chopped cilantro to the bowl with the dressing.
Toss all ingredients together until the chicken and vegetables are evenly coated in the dressing.

4- Serve:

This salad is versatile; serve it with your favorite tortilla chips, or use it as a filling for a sandwich or wrap. Enjoy the burst of flavors and the creamy, spicy kick!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes (assuming chicken is pre-cooked)
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories per Serving: Approximately 280
Equipment: Mixing bowl, spatula, knife, cutting board
Nutritional Information per Serving:

Proteins: 22g
Fats: 18g
Carbohydrates: 8g