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Honey Hot Chicken Salad

Honey Hot Chicken Salad – Your New Game Day Favorite!

Enjoy the perfect blend of sweetness and spice with this Honey Hot Chicken Salad, a delightful crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 breasts Chicken Breasts Cooked and diced
  • 1/4 cup Honey Garlic Sauce Homemade is best for richer taste
  • 1/4 cup Buffalo Wing Sauce Can use plain hot sauce as an alternative
For the Salad Base
  • 2 heads Romaine Lettuce Chopped and washed
  • 1/2 medium Red Onion Diced, shallots can be used as an alternative
  • 1 large Red Bell Pepper Diced, can use any color bell pepper
  • 1/2 large Cucumber Diced, offers refreshing crunch
For the Toppings
  • 3-6 tablespoons Ranch Dressing Or any dressing of your choice
  • Cheese Shredded, optional for creaminess

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • Medium bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Honey Hot Chicken Salad
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the cooked and diced chicken breasts with ¼ cup of honey garlic sauce and ¼ cup of buffalo wing sauce. Toss until well coated and set aside.
  2. In a large salad bowl, add the chopped romaine lettuce and drizzle with 3 to 6 tablespoons of ranch dressing. Toss until evenly coated.
  3. Dice the red onion, red bell pepper, and cucumber. Layer the dressed romaine with these diced vegetables and sprinkle shredded cheese if using.
  4. Generously spoon the honey hot chicken mixture over the layered vegetables.
  5. Serve immediately for optimal freshness and taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For quicker prep, consider using leftover rotisserie chicken. Adjust the buffalo sauce to control heat level and keep salad components fresh until serving.

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