Easy Chipotle Chicken Salad

This Easy Chipotle Chicken Salad offers a spicy twist on the classic chicken salad. Combining shredded chicken with fresh veggies and a creamy chipotle lime dressing, it's smoky, zesty, and creamy. Perfect for wraps, sandwiches, or paired with tortilla chips, it's an ideal meal-prepped lunch option that packs bold flavor with wholesome ingredients.

Ingredients

• 2 cups shredded chicken (store-bought rotisserie or homemade)

• ¼ cup red onion, finely diced

• 1–2 celery stalks, diced

• 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (leaves and stems)

• ¼ cup mayonnaise

• ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt

• 2 tablespoons lime juice (about 2 limes)

• 1 chipotle pepper (in adobo sauce), chopped

• 2 tablespoons adobo sauce

• 1 garlic clove, minced

• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  
  

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken:
   If using homemade chicken, cook and shred it using two forks. For store-bought, break into smaller shreds.

2. Combine Base Ingredients:
   In a large bowl, mix the shredded chicken, diced red onion, celery, and chopped cilantro.

3. Make the Dressing:
   In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lime juice, chopped chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

4. Mix Together:
   Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.

5. Serve:
   Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for later use.
   
   

Serving Suggestions

• Wrap in a tortilla with shredded lettuce and avocado

• Serve with tortilla chips or crackers

• Make a sandwich with sliced avocado, fresh tomatoes, or cheddar cheese

• Top over a bed of lettuce, mixed greens, or spinach with a squeeze of lime juice
  
  

Nutritional Information

While exact nutrition details aren’t specified, this dish is high in protein due to the chicken and Greek yogurt, with healthy fats from the mayonnaise. It's a filling, low-carb option depending on how it’s served. To get more accurate nutrition information, use a nutrition calculator or food tracking app based on your specific ingredients and portion sizes.