Jalapeño Popper Chicken Salad
A creamy and spicy chicken salad that combines shredded chicken, jalapeños, and cheese for a delicious flavor explosion.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Can use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened Use high-quality cream cheese for best results.
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt Can adjust for creaminess preference.
- 1 cup jalapeños, diced (fresh or pickled) Adjust amount based on heat tolerance.
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- to taste servings salt and pepper
- Lettuce leaves for serving Use any leafy greens.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and Greek yogurt. Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in the shredded chicken until evenly coated in the creamy mixture.
- Mix in the diced jalapeños, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Spoon the chicken salad into lettuce leaves or enjoy straight from the bowl.
Notes
For variations, consider serving in avocado halves, or swapping chicken for jackfruit for a vegan option.