Jalapeño Popper Chicken Salad

Jalapeño Popper Chicken Salad

Healthy Fact of the Day

Using a mix of sour cream and cream cheese adds richness without relying solely on mayo. Jalapeños provide capsaicin, which may help support metabolism.

June 14, 2025

Jalapeño Popper Chicken Salad

Jalapeño Popper Chicken Salad

Recipe by Daily Disher

This Jalapeño Popper Chicken Salad packs all the bold flavors of the classic appetizer into a creamy, protein-rich dish that’s perfect for lunch or snacking.

Course: Main

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Cuisine: American

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Difficulty: Easy

Servings

4

Prep time

15 minutes

Cooking time

30 minutes

Calories

450 kcal

45 minutes


Ingredients

1 pound chicken breast

4 slices bacon

8 ounces cream cheese

¼ cup mayonnaise

¼ cup sour cream

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

2 medium jalapeños, chopped

2 tablespoons green onions, chopped

½ teaspoon garlic powder

¼ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon black pepper


Directions

1.

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then place them on a baking sheet.

2.

Cook the chicken in the oven for about 25-30 minutes or until fully cooked through. Allow it to cool before shredding.

3.

In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels, then crumble into small pieces.

4.

In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and well blended.

5.

Fold in shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, jalapeños, bacon, and green onions, stirring until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

6.

Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least an hour to allow flavors to meld together before serving.


Nutrition Facts

Total number of serves:

4 servings

Calories:

450kcal

Cholesterol:

0mg

Sodium:

620mg

Potassium:

400mg

Sugar:

8g

Protein:

6g

Calcium:

60mg

Iron:

2mg

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This Jalapeño Popper Chicken Salad packs all the bold flavors of the classic appetizer into a creamy, protein-rich dish that’s perfect for lunch or snacking. Tender chicken breast is combined with crispy bacon, cream cheese, cheddar, and fresh jalapeños for a spicy kick that’s balanced by cooling sour cream and mayonnaise. It’s the kind of addictive salad that transforms leftover chicken into something special.

If you love bold, spicy flavors, you’ll also enjoy our Buffalo Chicken Salad for another creamy chicken dish with heat. For more jalapeño-inspired dishes, try our Crispy Poblano Chicken Tacos or Jalapeño Corn Nuggets—both deliver that same satisfying spice and flavor combination.

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