This week enjoy spicy chicken salad. This easy/lighter version of chicken salad is packed with protein, freshness, and flavor!
Prep Time: 15 min Total Time: 15 mins Servings: 2 Serving (0.5 of recipe) =
Calories: 334 kcal Protein: 30.8 g Carbohydrates: 11.3 g Fat: 19.1 g
Ingredients/ Equipment:
- 1 ½ cups finely chopped cooked chicken breast (about 3/4 pounds)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley (or more cilantro!)
- ¼ cup finely chopped scallions (about 2 scallions), plus extra for topping
- 1 small red bell pepper, chopped
- 3 tablespoons plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 2 to 3 tablespoons mayo
- 2 tablespoons sriracha
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Juice from ½ lime
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions:
- In a medium bowl, mix together chicken, cilantro, parsley, scallions, bell pepper, yogurt, mayo, sriracha, honey, lime juice, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Add to sandwiches (like my spicy chicken melt) or wraps, or scoop salad up with pita chips or crackers!
You can find the full recipe at ambitiouskitchen here!
