Honey Hot Chicken Salad
Honey Hot Chicken Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines crispy chicken with a sweet and spicy honey sauce, served atop a bed of fresh mixed greens. This salad is perfect for summer barbecues or cozy dinners, offering a delightful balance of taste and texture that will impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup pure honey
- 2 tbsp hot sauce (sriracha or your favorite)
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach and arugula)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then place them in the baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, hot sauce, soy sauce, minced garlic, and lemon juice.
- Pour half the sauce over the chicken and bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Allow chicken to rest before slicing into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens with any remaining sauce from the baking dish. Add sliced chicken on top and toss gently.
- Serve immediately with extra sauce if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (about 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For added crunch, consider topping with nuts like almonds or walnuts.- Marinate chicken in honey and spices for at least 30 minutes before cooking for enhanced flavor.- Use grilled chicken for a lighter option.