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Honey Hot Chicken Salad

A delightful salad that combines sweet, spicy, and savory flavors with grilled chicken on a bed of mixed greens.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper
For the Salad
  • 4 cups mixed greens (lettuce, spinach, arugula)
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the grill or stovetop skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub this mixture onto the chicken breasts.
Cooking
  1. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through. Remove from heat and let it rest.
  2. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, hot sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Stir until warmed through, then remove from heat.
Assembly
  1. Slice the grilled chicken and place it on a large plate with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
  2. Drizzle the warm honey-hot sauce over the salad. Toss gently to combine.
  3. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Pro tip: Don’t skip letting the chicken rest after grilling; it locks in the moisture. Trust me, your taste buds will thank you later!