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Sweet & Spicy Chili Mayo Chicken Salad — homemade chili mayo chicken salad recipe

Sweet & Spicy Chili Mayo Chicken Salad

A refreshing and bold chicken salad featuring a sweet and spicy chili mayo dressing, perfect for serving in lettuce wraps.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 2 cups cooked chicken pieces, shredded
  • 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 4 large lettuce leaves for serving
Dressing
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, lime juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
  2. Add the shredded chicken, celery, red bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro to the dressing mixture.
  3. Fold the ingredients gently until everything is evenly coated.
  4. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  5. Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Arrange the lettuce leaves on plates and spoon the chicken salad mixture into each leaf.
  7. Garnish with extra cilantro if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

Keep refrigerated until serving for the best texture and flavor. Ensure chicken is fully cooked and cooled before mixing.