Description
This vibrant Thanksgiving Sriracha Lime Chicken Salad brings a refreshing twist to your holiday table. Featuring juicy chicken, crunchy veggies, and a zesty lime-sriracha dressing, it’s the perfect balance of flavors that will delight your taste buds. Light yet satisfying, this salad serves as a fantastic side dish or a standalone meal throughout the festive season. Your guests will love the colorful presentation and delicious taste!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 ripe limes (juiced)
- 2 tbsp sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 cucumber (diced)
- ½ red onion (thinly sliced)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked through.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, sriracha sauce, and olive oil until combined. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- While the chicken cools, chop the red bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro into bite-sized pieces.
- Shred the rested chicken using two forks or slice it thinly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with chopped vegetables and pour over the dressing. Toss gently until well coated.
- Serve on a platter or in individual bowls; garnish with extra cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg