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Easy Chipotle Chicken Salad Recipe

Easy Chipotle Chicken Salad Recipe

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This Easy Chipotle Chicken Salad is a flavorful and satisfying dish perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. The smoky chipotle pepper adds a spicy kick to the creamy dressing, making this salad a delicious treat.

Ingredients

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For the Salad:

  • 2 cups shredded chicken, homemade or store bought
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
  • 12 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 Tbsp cilantro, chopped (leaves & stems are ok)

For the Dressing:

  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 Tbsp lime juice
  • 1 chipotle pepper (in adobo sauce), chopped
  • 2 Tbsp adobo sauce
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prep the salad. Add the shredded chicken, celery, red onion, and chopped cilantro to a large bowl then set it aside.
  2. Make the “dressing”. Mix the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lime juice, chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper together in a small bowl.
  3. Toss. Pour the dressing over the chicken and veggies and mix until fully combined.
  4. Serve. Serve immediately with your favorite tortilla chips or use the salad as a filling for a sandwich or wrap.

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Keywords: Chipotle Chicken Salad, Easy Salad Recipe, Mexican Chicken Salad