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Jalapeno Chicken Salad

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 23 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2-3 Chicken Breasts cooked and shredded
  • 1-2 Jalapeños seeds removed and finely diced (adjust based on heat preference)
  • 1/2 cup Celery finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion finely diced
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt or Mayo or a mix of both
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Lime Juice
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • Salt & Pepper to taste
  • Optional: Fresh Cilantro chopped for added flavor

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, jalapeños, celery, and red onion.
  • In a separate bowl, mix Greek yogurt/mayo, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Fold the dressing into the chicken mixture until well combined.
  • Adjust seasoning and jalapeños to taste. If desired, mix in fresh cilantro.
  • Serve on a bed of greens, in a sandwich, or as a dip with tortilla chips.

Notes

Always wash your hands thoroughly after handling jalapeños, and avoid touching your eyes. Adjust the number of jalapeños based on your heat preference. For a milder flavor, remove seeds and membranes.

Author: Maryam Begi