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Blt Chicken Salad Recipe

Blt Chicken Salad Recipe


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  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Fresh BLT chicken salad combines crispy bacon, juicy chicken, and garden-fresh lettuce in a creamy dressing. Crunchy ingredients and zesty flavors make this dish perfect for summer lunches and quick meals you’ll savor.


Ingredients

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Protein:

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast
  • 1/2 cup cooked bacon
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Vegetables and Fruits:

  • 4 cups romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup red onion
  • 1 avocado

Dressing and Seasonings:

  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Chop romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a spacious mixing vessel.
  2. Layer shredded cooked chicken atop the crisp lettuce foundation.
  3. Halve cherry tomatoes and distribute them across the salad landscape.
  4. Crumble crispy bacon strips, scattering the savory fragments throughout the mixture.
  5. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese to add a creamy, tangy dimension.
  6. Thinly slice red onion and disperse delicate rings across the salad.
  7. Cube ripe avocado and gently fold into the assembled ingredients.
  8. Whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a separate bowl until smooth and well-integrated.
  9. Drizzle the creamy dressing over the salad and toss gently, ensuring each ingredient receives a light coating.
  10. For optimal flavor melding, refrigerate for 15-20 minutes before serving.
  11. Plate and garnish with additional bacon crumbles or fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

  • Quickly cook chicken breasts ahead of time to save preparation time and ensure maximum flavor infusion.
  • Swap bacon for turkey bacon or coconut bacon bits to create a lighter, healthier alternative for diet-conscious individuals.
  • Customize the salad’s protein by using grilled shrimp, tofu, or plant-based chicken for diverse dietary preferences.
  • Enhance dressing’s tanginess by adding a splash of apple cider vinegar or a pinch of smoked paprika for extra depth of flavor.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 298 kcal
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 520 mg
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.3 g
  • Carbohydrates: 7 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 24 g
  • Cholesterol: 75 mg