Honey Hot Chicken Salad (Printable Version)
Succulent chicken coated in sweet-spicy sauce over crisp romaine with fresh vegetables and your favorite creamy dressing.
# Ingredients:
→ Protein and Sauces
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2 cooked and diced chicken breasts
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1/4 cup honey garlic sauce
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1/4 cup buffalo wing sauce or hot sauce
→ Vegetables and Greens
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2 heads romaine lettuce, chopped and washed
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1/2 medium red onion, diced
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1 large red bell pepper, diced
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1/2 large cucumber, diced
→ Dressing and Optional Add-Ons
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3-6 tablespoons ranch dressing or preferred dressing
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Shredded cheese (optional)
# Steps:
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In a small bowl, combine the cooked and diced chicken with honey garlic sauce and buffalo wing sauce. Toss to fully coat.
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In a separate large bowl, toss the chopped romaine lettuce with your chosen dressing.
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Transfer the prepared lettuce to two plates or bowls. Top with diced red onions, bell pepper, cucumber, shredded cheese (if using), and the honey hot chicken. Serve immediately.
# Notes:
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Homemade honey garlic sauce and buffalo wing sauce are highly recommended for best flavor.
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Make this vegan by substituting chicken with crispy tofu, using vegan dressing, and omitting the cheese.
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For a milder or spicier salad, adjust the type and amount of hot sauce to suit your preference.
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Assembled salad does not store well. Prep ingredients separately for make-ahead options.
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This salad can also be used as a sandwich filling in wraps or hoagie rolls.