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Overhead shot of a mottled beige bowl filled with Jalapeno Popper Chicken Salad, including shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and green jalapeño slices, set on a dark brownish-gray surface.

Discover the Ultimate Jalapeno Popper Chicken Salad Recipe for a Spicy, Low-Carb Delight


  • Author: Chef Rina
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 1x

Description

A creamy, spicy chicken salad perfect for a low-carb lunch or dinner, featuring bold flavors from jalapeno, bacon, and cheddar.

 


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2.5 pounds chicken breast, cooked and chopped

  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened

  • 1 cup mayonnaise

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder

  • Pinch of salt

  • Pinch of black pepper

  • 4 slices bacon, cooked and chopped

  • 1 large jalapeno, seeded and chopped

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese


Instructions

  1. Cook chicken using your preferred method, such as poaching in water for 15-20 minutes, then chop and set aside.

  2. Cook bacon until crispy, then chop. Seed and chop the jalapeno.

  3. In a large bowl, mix chicken, cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.

  4. Add chopped bacon, jalapeno, and shredded cheddar, stirring to incorporate.

  5. Chill and serve cold.

 

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 8
  • Calories: 557 per serving