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A vibrant plate of honey hot chicken salad featuring golden crispy chicken pieces drizzled with a glossy honey hot sauce, topped with fresh green herbs and colorful chopped vegetables, arranged beautifully on a rustic white plate with a light background that highlights the tempting textures and glossy finish of the dish.

Sweet and Spicy Honey Hot Chicken Salad

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A flavorful salad featuring crispy chicken tossed in a honey hot sauce, served on fresh greens with crunchy vegetables and herbs.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp hot sauce (your choice)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Mixed salad greens
  • Cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Cucumbers, sliced
  • Fresh herbs for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  3. Transfer chicken to a baking dish. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
  4. Prepare honey hot sauce by mixing honey and hot sauce in a bowl.
  5. Let chicken rest, then shred or chop into bite-sized pieces. Toss with honey hot sauce.
  6. Assemble salad with greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, and top with honey hot chicken.
  7. Garnish with fresh herbs and drizzle with additional honey hot sauce if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can use pre-cooked chicken for a quicker version.
  • Adjust hot sauce amount for desired spice level.
  • Serve with crusty bread or as a main dish.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Method: Bake, Sear, Toss, Assemble
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free hot sauce)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 12 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg
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