Jalapeno Popper Keto Chicken Salad (Printable)
Vibrant creamy chicken salad with smoky bacon, tangy cream cheese, and spicy jalapenos in a low-carb dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken & Bacon
01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
02 - 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
→ Vegetables
03 - 2 medium jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped
04 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
05 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
→ Dressing
06 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
07 - 1/3 cup mayonnaise
08 - 1/4 cup sour cream
09 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
11 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
12 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
13 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
# How To Make It:
01 - In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, jalapenos, red onion, and cilantro.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, cheddar cheese, lime juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
03 - Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and mix thoroughly until everything is well coated.
04 - Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
05 - Serve chilled, garnished with extra bacon, jalapeno slices, or cilantro if desired.
# Expert Suggestions:
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- It delivers all the addictive flavors of jalapeno poppers without the messy prep or oven time
- The creamy, smoky, spicy combo keeps people coming back for seconds every single time
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- Cold chicken salad needs more seasoning than warm food, so do not be shy with the salt and pepper
- The flavors meld overnight, making this even better on day two if it lasts that long
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- Wear gloves when chopping jalapenos, and do not touch your face afterward
- A splash of heavy cream transforms leftovers into an incredible dip