Sugar-Free Spicy Chicken Salad

Packed with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, this Sugar-Free Spicy Chicken Salad is the perfect guilt-free meal for those seeking bold, refreshing dishes. Tender, perfectly grilled chicken breasts are coated in a smoky paprika and cayenne spice blend, then combined with crisp celery, sweet red bell pepper, and aromatic cilantro for a flavorful medley of textures. A creamy yet zesty dressing made with Greek yogurt, lime juice, and Dijon mustard ties everything together without added sugars. Served atop crisp romaine lettuce, this easy-to-make salad is bursting with protein, low in carbs, and loaded with fresh veggies—a perfect option for healthy lunches, weeknight dinners, or meal prepping. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's a delicious and nutritious way to satisfy your cravings!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (plain, unsweetened)
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes
• 2 pieces Celery stalk
• 1 piece Red bell pepper
• 3 stalks Green onions
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
• 4 leaves Romaine lettuce

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Rub both chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, then season with smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Grill the chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes per side or until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes, then dice into bite-sized pieces.

Step 4

While the chicken is cooking, prepare the salad dressing: In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lime juice, Dijon mustard, remaining olive oil, and red chili flakes. Mix well until smooth and set aside.

Step 5

Chop the celery stalks and red bell pepper into small dice. Slice the green onions finely and roughly chop the fresh cilantro.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped celery, bell pepper, green onions, and cilantro. Add the diced chicken and toss gently to combine.

Step 7

Pour the prepared dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture. Toss until everything is evenly coated.

Step 8

Serve the spicy chicken salad on individual plates, each lined with a romaine lettuce leaf for a crisp and fresh base.

Step 9

Enjoy your sugar-free spicy chicken salad immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(732.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	793.4

Total Fat 39.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.9g
Cholesterol 210.3mg	0%
Sodium 2210.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 26.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 10.9g
Protein 79.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 225.8mg	0%
Iron 4.2mg	0%
Potassium 1631.5mg	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: 45.5%

Protein: 40.7%

Carbs: 13.7%