Spicy Chicken Salad with Sriracha Mayo
This spicy chicken salad delivers bold flavors and nutrients while keeping it light. The easy spicy mayo dressing makes this a healthy chicken salad recipe that's perfect for lunch!
Ingredients
- 4 cups lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced
- 1/2 cup red onions, sliced
- 1 medium baked chicken breast
- 1 boiled egg
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (we used homemade mayo)
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha hot sauce or any hot sauce you prefer
- 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Start by chopping the lettuce, slicing the cucumber, tomatoes, and red onions, and boiling the egg.
- Assemble the Salad: Spread the lettuce at the bottom of a large bowl. Layer on the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onions evenly.
- Place Protein On Top: Slice the baked chicken breast into strips and arrange over the veggies. Add the boiled egg, halved or quartered, for garnish.
- Make the Spicy Mayo Dressing: In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, Sriracha, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Adjust the heat level to your preference by adding more or less Sriracha.
- Finish and Serve: Drizzle the dressing over the salad, toss gently, and serve immediately for the freshest experience.