Spicy Warm Chicken Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavorful Spicy Warm Chicken Salad! Tender, spice-rubbed chicken breasts are pan-seared to perfection, delivering a bold kick of paprika, cayenne, and garlic in every juicy bite. Served over a bed of crisp romaine and peppery arugula, this hearty salad is brightened with cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and red onion, then finished with creamy crumbled feta. A simple yet irresistible balsamic-honey dressing ties it all together, while the option of fresh cilantro adds an extra pop of freshness. Perfect as a quick, satisfying meal in just 35 minutes, this warm salad is a feast of textures and tastes that will have you coming back for more. Ideal for lunch or dinner, this recipe is packed with protein, vibrant vegetables, and a zesty touch that salad lovers can't resist!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 cups romaine lettuce
• 2 cups arugula
• 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup cucumber, sliced
• 0.5 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub this spice mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until they are fully cooked and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and allow it to rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.

Step 3

In a large serving bowl, combine romaine lettuce, arugula, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and honey to make the dressing.

Step 5

Add the sliced chicken to the salad mixture. Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently to combine.

Step 6

Sprinkle the salad with crumbled feta cheese and chopped cilantro (if using) for garnish.

Step 7

Serve the Spicy Warm Chicken Salad immediately while the chicken is still warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1320.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1505.2

Total Fat 82.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 395.8mg	0%
Sodium 2787.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 55.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.2g	0%
Total Sugars 29.0g
Protein 133.9g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 836.8mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 2644.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.5%

Protein: 35.7%

Carbs: 14.8%