Honey Hot Chicken Salad (Print-Friendly Version)
Tender chicken, sweet-heat sauce, fresh vegetables, and creamy ranch combine for bold flavors in every bite.
# What You'll Need:
→ Protein and Sauces
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2 cooked chicken breasts, diced
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60 ml honey garlic sauce
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60 ml buffalo wing sauce or hot sauce
→ Vegetables and Greens
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2 heads romaine lettuce, washed and chopped
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1/2 medium red onion, diced
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1 large red bell pepper, diced
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1/2 large cucumber, diced
→ Dressing and Add-Ons
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45–90 ml ranch dressing or preferred creamy dressing
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Shredded cheese, optional
# How to Make It:
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In a small bowl, toss the cooked diced chicken with honey garlic sauce and buffalo wing sauce until evenly coated.
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In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce with the selected creamy dressing and toss until well coated.
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Divide the dressed romaine lettuce between serving plates. Top with diced red onion, red bell pepper, cucumber, shredded cheese if using, and the honey hot chicken mixture. Serve immediately.
# Additional Tips:
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Homemade honey garlic and buffalo sauces provide optimal freshness and flavor.
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For a plant-based version, substitute chicken with crispy tofu, use vegan dressing, and omit cheese.
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Adjust the hot sauce quantity to control the salad's spiciness.
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For meal prepping, store components separately and assemble just before serving.
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The salad filling works well wrapped in flatbreads or hoagie rolls.