Hot Honey Chicken Salad
This Hot Honey Chicken Salad is a flavor explosion! Tender rotisserie chicken meets sweet honey and spicy hot sauce for a delightful meal.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Grater
- Knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Serving spoon
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 2 cups chopped rotisserie chicken
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots peeled & grated on the large holes of a box grater
- 1/3 cup thinly sliced green onion
- 1/3 cup finely diced celery (about 2 ribs)
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream (full-fat or light)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce (like Frank's)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
Preparation Steps:
- Begin by chopping the rotisserie chicken into bite-sized pieces. Grate the carrots using the large holes of a box grater, thinly slice the green onions, and finely dice the celery. Set them aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, honey, hot sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk everything together until you have a smooth dressing. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- In the same mixing bowl (or a larger one if you prefer), add the chopped chicken, grated carrots, sliced green onions, and diced celery. Pour the dressing over the mixture and gently fold everything together until well combined.
- For the best flavor, cover the salad and let it chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully. Serve it on a bed of greens, in a sandwich, or in a wrap, and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra crunch, add chopped nuts like almonds or walnuts.
- Add diced apples or grapes for a touch of sweetness.
- Experiment with different herbs like cilantro or parsley for added freshness.