Chipotle Chicken Salad

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Chipotle Chicken Salad
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on June 17, 2023

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded)
  • 1 red bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 green bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 cup cooked sweet corn
  • 1/2 cup cilantro (chopped)
  • 1/2 cup red onion (diced)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (minced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, bell peppers, sweet corn, cilantro, and red onion. Stir to combine.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, chipotle peppers, garlic, honey, and cumin. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  4. Serve the salad at room temperature or chilled.

Interesting Facts

  • Chipotle peppers are a type of jalapeño pepper that has been smoked and dried.
  • The smoky flavor of the chipotle peppers pairs well with the sweetness of the honey in this salad.
  • This salad is a great way to add flavor to your lunch or dinner without adding too many calories.