Description
BLT Chicken Salad is a colorful and satisfying dish that combines crispy bacon, tender chicken, and fresh veggies, making it an ideal choice for light lunches or summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 slices thick-cut cooked bacon
- 1 head romaine lettuce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 small red onion
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and cook until fully cooked (about 6-8 minutes per side).
- Fry the bacon in a pan until crispy, approximately 7-10 minutes. Let cool on paper towels.
- Chop the romaine into bite-sized pieces, halve the cherry tomatoes, and thinly slice the red onion.
- In a bowl, mix the mayonnaise and lemon juice until smooth.
- Slice the cooked chicken and bacon; combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Drizzle dressing over top and toss gently.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Frying/Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: - Customize with your favorite greens or add avocado for added creaminess. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; serve cold for optimal flavor.