Name: Swicy Mango Chicken Chopped Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Grilling
Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp smoked paprika; ½ tsp garlic powder; ½ tsp chili flakes; Salt and black pepper to taste; 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped; 2 cups cabbage, shredded; 1 large ripe mango, diced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1 cucumber, diced; ½ cup corn kernels; ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped; ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped; ¼ cup roasted peanuts, chopped; 1 avocado, diced (optional); 3 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp lime juice; 1 tbsp honey; 1 tbsp sweet chili sauce; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; ½ tsp chili flakes; Salt and pepper to taste

Description

The Swicy Mango Chicken Chopped Salad is an elevated, nutrient-dense main course salad that balances sweet fruitiness with savory spices and fiery heat. The term “swicy” is a clever blend of sweet and spicy, reflecting a popular flavor trend where contrasting taste notes complement and enhance one another. In this specific recipe, naturally sweet mango appears twice: first as juicy, bite-sized cubes scattered throughout the crisp greens, and second as the smooth, golden base of a zesty, homemade dressing infused with sriracha and red chili flakes.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Chicken

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp chili flakes
Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Salad

4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
2 cups cabbage, shredded
1 large ripe mango, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 cucumber, diced
½ cup corn kernels
¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
¼ cup roasted peanuts, chopped
1 avocado, diced (optional)

Sweet & Spicy Dressing

3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp sweet chili sauce
1 tsp Dijon mustard
½ tsp chili flakes
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Season the chicken: Rub the chicken with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
Cook: Grill or pan-sear over medium-high heat for 6–7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Rest for 5 minutes, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
Prepare the salad: Combine the lettuce, cabbage, mango, bell pepper, cucumber, corn, onion, cilantro, peanuts, and avocado in a large bowl.
Make the dressing: Whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, sweet chili sauce, Dijon mustard, chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
Assemble: Add the chopped chicken to the salad, drizzle with the dressing, and toss gently until evenly coated.

Notes

The balance of sweet mango and spicy dressing is what makes this salad special. Chill the mango before serving and add the avocado just before tossing to keep it fresh and creamy.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Fusion
Cuisine: Grilling

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: ~430 kcal

Keywords: Spicy Mango Chicken Salad, Sweet and Spicy Chicken Chopped Salad, Swicy Chicken Salad with Mango Dressing