Description
A vibrant, flavor-packed salad featuring juicy chicken, tangy feta, and a spicy-sweet hot honey mustard dressing. It’s crunchy, creamy, and absolutely addictive.
Ingredients
- Cooked Chicken Breast: 2 cups, chopped
- Romaine Lettuce: 4 cups, finely chopped
- Red Cabbage: 1 cup, shredded
- Cherry Tomatoes: 1 cup, halved
- Cucumber: 1, diced
- Red Onion: ¼ cup, thinly sliced
- Feta Cheese: ½ cup, crumbled
- Pepitas (Pumpkin Seeds): ¼ cup, toasted
- Dijon Mustard: 2 tablespoons
- Honey: 2 tablespoons
- Apple Cider Vinegar: 1 tablespoon
- Olive Oil: 3 tablespoons
- Hot Sauce: 1 teaspoon
- Salt & Black Pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: If toasting pepitas, preheat a skillet over medium heat.
- Combine Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, hot sauce, salt, and pepper until fully emulsified.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Toast the pepitas in the skillet for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and golden.
- Assemble the Dish: In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine, red cabbage, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, chicken, feta, and pepitas.
- Cook to Perfection: No further cooking required, but ensure ingredients are fresh and at optimal temperature.
- Finishing Touches: Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss well to coat everything evenly.
- Serve and Enjoy: Plate immediately and enjoy with a crusty slice of bread or on its own.
Notes
- Use leftover grilled chicken for added flavor and convenience.
- Chop all ingredients uniformly for the best texture in every bite.
- The dressing can be made up to 3 days ahead.
- Add avocado or fresh herbs like dill for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: hot honey mustard salad, chopped chicken salad, feta chicken salad, spicy sweet salad, easy summer salad