Honey Hot Chicken Salad
A delightful mix of flavors with tender chicken, fresh greens, and a sweet and spicy honey hot dressing, perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner.
Ingredients
For the salad
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded You can use rotisserie chicken for easier prep.
- 2 cups mixed greens Experiment with different greens.
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Adds color and flavor.
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup celery, chopped For crunch.
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup feta cheese (optional) Can substitute with goat cheese or omitted.
For the dressing
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup hot sauce Adjust based on spice tolerance.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, mix the honey and hot sauce to create the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and celery.
- Drizzle the honey hot dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- If desired, sprinkle feta cheese on top before serving.
Notes
This salad can be enjoyed on its own or as a side dish with grilled meats. Customize with extras like avocado or nuts. To keep fresh, store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Avoid freezing mixed greens.