Chipotle Lime Keto Chicken Salad
Introduction
The Chipotle Lime Keto Chicken Salad is a show-stopping fusion of smoky, zesty, and creamy flavors—all while being low-carb and keto-friendly. A hearty but light meal, this salad is the answer when you crave something vibrant, satisfying, and guilt-free. With a perfect balance of protein, healthy fats, and bold spices, it’s a dish that energizes lunchtime or makes for a memorable potluck contribution.
Why You’ll Love This Chipotle Lime Keto Chicken Salad
What makes this salad irresistible is the bold flavor profile: chipotle brings that delicious smoky heat, lime cuts through with crisp acidity, and creamy dressing ties everything together. Paired with tender, juicy chicken, this salad feels decadent without straying from your keto goals. And with quick prep, it’s ideal for busy weeknights, meal prepping, or summer gatherings. It’s set to impress both keto-dieters and carb-lovers alike!
The Secret to Perfectly Cooked Chicken
The best chicken salads start with perfectly cooked, juicy chicken breasts or thighs. To ensure that just-right texture and flavor, use an COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1, Compact & Large 6-Qt, Grey for simple, mess-free cooking and quick cleanup. Alternatively, a stovetop skillet delivers great results too.
For effortless and uniform shredding, a Chicken Shredder Tool Twist for Kitchen, Elegant Black saves time and keeps your prep hands-free.
Building Flavor: The Dressing and Salad Components
The creamy chipotle lime dressing is what takes this keto chicken salad to the next level. Blitz everything together in a Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender, Black for a velvety consistency that evenly coats every bite.
For fast, safe dicing of bell peppers, cucumbers, and avocados, the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper streamlines the chopping process, making this a truly throw-together meal.
Serving and Storage Tips for Ultimate Freshness
This salad shines when served immediately, but it also keeps well for meal prep. Portion into a Bentgo Salad Container – 54 oz Bowl, Khaki Green to keep greens and dressing separate until you’re ready to eat, ensuring maximum crunch and freshness.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days—making it the perfect option for grab-and-go healthy lunches.
Nutritional Information and Serving Size
This recipe makes about 4 generous portions. Each serving has roughly 360–420 calories (depending on ingredient swaps), with 3–5g net carbs, 25–30g protein, and 27–30g healthy fats. It’s a well-balanced, nutrient-dense meal that provides steady energy, thanks to its keto-friendly macros.
Flavorful Recap: Chipotle Lime Keto Chicken Salad
With its irresistible balance of smoky, spicy, tangy, and creamy flavors, this keto chicken salad is more than just a meal—it’s an instant classic that’ll please any crowd. Whether meal prepping, serving lunch to friends, or searching for hearty, healthy eats, this dish delivers every time.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cook chicken breasts or thighs (air fry at 375°F for 15–18 minutes or bake at 400°F for 20 minutes). Use a Alpha Grillers Meat Thermometer Digital, Instant Read to ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let rest for 5 minutes, then shred using your Chicken Shredder Tool.
- Chop bell peppers, cucumber, and avocado using the Mueller Pro-Series Vegetable Chopper for quick and uniform pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked, shredded chicken, greens, bell pepper, cucumber, avocado, and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper.
- Prepare the dressing: Add mayonnaise, sour cream, chipotle peppers, lime juice and zest, garlic, cumin, and smoked paprika into your Ninja BL610 Professional Blender. Blend until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss thoroughly to coat. Taste and adjust salt or spice as needed.
- Serve immediately in chilled bowls, or pack into a Bentgo Salad Container for meal prep or on-the-go lunches.
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Total Time: 33 minutes
Enjoy the flavor-packed, creamy, and satisfying Chipotle Lime Keto Chicken Salad that you’ll make again and again!