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jalapeno popper chicken salad

A creamy and spicy chicken salad inspired by jalapeno poppers, perfect for a light meal or a hearty sandwich filling.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: main dish, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Vegetables
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 1 cup jalapenos, diced Remove seeds for less heat.
  • 1 cup celery, diced
  • 1 cup green onions, sliced
Dressing
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded Use sharp cheddar for more flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. Grill the chicken until fully cooked, about 20 minutes. Let it cool, then shred it into bite-sized pieces.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
Combine Ingredients
  1. Add the shredded chicken, diced jalapenos, celery, green onions, and cheddar cheese to the dressing. Stir until everything is well coated.
Serve
  1. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. Serve on a bed of lettuce or in a sandwich.

Notes

This salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Adjust the number of jalapenos based on your heat preference.