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crispy honey hot chicken salad

How to Make Crispy Honey Hot Chicken Salad in 15 Minutes


  • Author: Emily
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Description

A bold, crispy, sweet-and-spicy chicken salad made in just 15 minutes! With juicy chicken, crunchy greens, and a drizzle of honey hot dressing — this salad is the perfect blend of comfort and heat.


Ingredients

Scale

2 crispy chicken cutlets (store-bought or air-fried)

4 cups mixed salad greens

1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1/2 avocado, sliced

1/4 cup pickled red onions

1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1 tablespoon chopped chives

Dressing:

2 tablespoons honey

1 tablespoon hot sauce (like Frank’s or sriracha)

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

1. Prepare crispy chicken by heating it in air fryer or oven until golden and hot.

2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, hot sauce, olive oil, vinegar, salt and pepper to make the dressing.

3. Arrange salad greens in a large bowl and top with cherry tomatoes, avocado, pickled onions, and cheddar.

4. Slice crispy chicken and place on top.

5. Drizzle with honey hot dressing.

6. Garnish with chopped chives and serve immediately.

Notes

Use pre-cooked crispy chicken to save time.

For extra crunch, add crushed tortilla chips or nuts.

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Assemble
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 550 kcal
  • Sugar: 9 g
  • Sodium: 620 mg
  • Fat: 32 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 32 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg

Keywords: crispy chicken, salad, honey hot, quick lunch