Description
A delightful fusion of creamy, smoky, and spicy flavors, this Jalapeno Popper Keto Chicken Salad is perfect for a low-carb meal or snack that evokes summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5 lbs Chicken Breast (cooked & chopped)
- 4 oz Cream Cheese (softened)
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/2 tsp Chili Powder
- Salt/Pepper (Pinch)
- 4 slices Cooked Bacon (chopped)
- 1 large Jalapeno (seeded & chopped)
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Begin by cooking the chicken using your preferred method, usually poaching in simmering water for about 15-20 minutes until perfectly tender. Allow it to cool slightly before chopping into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook the Bacon: Crisp up the bacon in a skillet, allowing the fat to render. Once golden and crunchy, remove from heat, chop, and set aside.
- Chop the Jalapeño: Carefully seed and finely chop the jalapeño. Adjust how much you use based on your preference for heat.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped chicken, softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Use a hand mixer or a whisk to ensure a creamy, well-mixed consistency.
- Fold in Bacon, Jalapeños, and Cheese: Gently fold the crispy bacon, spicy jalapeños, and shredded cheddar cheese into the chicken mixture, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Chill and Serve: Transfer the salad to the fridge for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors develop. Serve chilled for a refreshing treat!
Notes
This salad can be made ahead of time and its flavors improve after refrigerating. Adjust jalapeño quantity to control spice level.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Keto chicken salad, low-carb salad, jalapeno popper salad