Spicy Jalapeño Chicken Salad

Name: Spicy Jalapeño Chicken Salad with Pickled Peppers
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños, chopped; 1 fresh jalapeño, finely chopped; 2 tbsp pickled jalapeño juice; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; seasoned salt, to taste; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste; 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded; crackers, for serving

This spicy jalapeño chicken salad combines creamy mayo with fresh and pickled jalapeños for a bold, tangy flavor that works equally well as a dip or sandwich filling. Hand-shredded chicken creates the ideal tender texture throughout.

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Total

10 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$22–$36

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup pickled jalapeños, chopped
1 fresh jalapeño, finely chopped
2 tbsp pickled jalapeño juice
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
seasoned salt, to tasteoptional
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
3 cups cooked chicken, shredded
crackers, for servingoptional

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Instructions

1
In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, chopped pickled jalapeños, chopped fresh jalapeño, and pickled jalapeño juice.
2
Season the mixture with garlic powder, onion powder, and seasoned salt or salt and pepper to taste.
3
Using a hand mixer, blend the dressing ingredients until well combined.
4
Add the shredded cooked chicken to the bowl.
5
Use the hand mixer again to mix the chicken into the dressing until it's fully incorporated and has a fine, shredded texture.
6
Taste the chicken salad and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more salt, pepper, or jalapeños for extra heat if desired.
7
For best results, transfer to an airtight container and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
8
Serve with crackers, on a sandwich, or as desired.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Use a hand mixer on low speed to shred the cooked chicken evenly without over-mixing or breaking down the mayo into a thin consistency.
Add pickled jalapeño juice gradually—it adds tang and heat. Taste as you go since the flavor intensifies after a few hours.
For best texture, ensure the cooked chicken is completely cooled before mixing to prevent the mayo from separating.
Chop fresh jalapeños finely and remove seeds if you prefer less heat without sacrificing the fresh pepper flavor.

Substitutions

Mayonnaise → Greek yogurt or sour cream (will be tangier and less creamy; reduce by 1/4 cup)
Pickled jalapeños → roasted red peppers (milder, sweeter flavor; omit the pickled juice)
Fresh jalapeño → serrano pepper (noticeably spicier; use 1/2 to 3/4 of one)