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Easy Hot Honey Chicken Salad Recipe (Sweet & Spicy!) Recipe

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Easy Hot Honey Chicken Salad is a perfect blend of sweet and spicy flavors combined with creamy Greek yogurt and smoky paprika. This refreshing chicken salad uses cooked chicken, fresh celery, and onions tossed in a zesty sauce, making it ideal for a quick, cold meal or snack.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Sauce Ingredients

  • ½ cup Greek yogurt
  • ⅛ cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dry mustard powder
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon pepper

Main Ingredients

  • 4 cups rotisserie chicken, diced or cooked chicken breasts, cooked, cooled, and chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, finely diced
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
  • ¼ cup green onions, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sauce: In a large bowl, combine Greek yogurt, honey, lemon juice, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, dry mustard powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk thoroughly until the honey is completely incorporated and the sauce is smooth.
  2. Mix Chicken and Vegetables: Add the diced rotisserie chicken, finely diced celery, red onion, and sliced green onions to the sauce bowl. Stir everything together until the chicken and veggies are evenly coated with the sauce.
  3. Chill and Serve: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve cold as a refreshing meal or snack.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for convenience or cooked chicken breasts, cooled and chopped.
  • Adjust cayenne pepper quantity to suit your spice preference.
  • Serve on a bed of greens, in a wrap, or with crackers for variation.
  • Can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Greek yogurt adds protein and creaminess with less fat than mayonnaise.
  • Author: Adeline
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American