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Creamy Jalapeño Popper Chicken Salad

This flavorful salad takes all the best parts of a jalapeño popper and turns them into a delicious meal.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 18, 2026
Creamy Jalapeño Popper Chicken Salad
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Prep
15 minutes
Cook
10 minutes
Total
25 minutes
Serves
4

If you love jalapeño poppers, you are going to adore this chicken salad. It is a fantastic way to use up leftover chicken, and it brings a nice kick of heat to your lunch routine.

I personally love serving this on top of crisp lettuce leaves or with some sturdy crackers for an easy snack. The combination of salty bacon and creamy cheese is always a hit at my house.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
  • 4 strips cooked bacon, crumbled
  • 2 fresh jalapeños, seeded and finely diced
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, softened cream cheese, lime juice, and garlic powder until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

  2. 2

    Add the shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, diced jalapeños, and shredded cheddar cheese to the bowl.

  3. 3

    Stir everything together until the chicken is well coated in the dressing.

  4. 4

    Season with salt and pepper to your personal taste.

  5. 5

    Cover the bowl and let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least thirty minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. For a lighter version, you can swap half the mayonnaise for Greek yogurt. This salad tastes best when it is nice and cold, so keep it chilled until the very last moment.

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