Light Jalepeno Popper Chicken Salad

If you love the flavor of jalapeno poppers, you're going to love this Light Jalapeno Chicken Salad. This easy recipe freatures chicken breast, bacon, jalapenos and cheddar cheese combined with a creamy, lightened up dressing using nonfat Greek yogurt and light mayo. It has all the delicious flavors of jalepeno poppers in a lighter, protein packed chicken salad that's perfect for lunch, meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner. Serve it with crackers or veggies for dipping or on a sandwich for a light Summer meal.

Course lunch, main course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Servings

Calories 158kcal

Author Steph

Equipment

baking sheet lined with parchment paper
mixing bowl

Ingredients

6 slices bacon center cut
2 large chicken breasts cooked, shredded or chopped
½ c red onion diced
¼ c jalapeno rings jarred, chopped
¼ c light mayonnaise
⅔ c non fat greek yogurt
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
¼ tsp kosher salt
1 tbsp liquid from jalapenos
½ c reduced fat cheddar cheese shredded
2 scallions chopped

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425℉. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the slices of bacon on the paper.
Cook the bacon for about 10 minutes or until crispy and cooked through. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
In the meantime, in a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, yogurt, garlic powder, onion poser, salt and the brining liquid from the jalapeno jar. Stir to combine.
Chop the onion, scallions, and the jarred jalapenos.
Shred or chop the chicken breast.
Add the chicken breast, onion, scallions, and jalapenos to the dressing, followed by the cheddar cheese.
Chop the bacon into small pieces (or crumble using your hands) into the bowl. Mix thoroughly. Taste for seasoning.

Notes

WW Points:

3 Points per 2/3 cup serving

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