Description
Savor this vibrant BLT Chicken Salad, bursting with crispy bacon, juicy chicken, and fresh veggies. Perfect for picnics or quick weeknight dinners!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/4 red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Chicken: Preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, cooking until golden brown (about 6-7 minutes per side). Let cool slightly before chopping.
- 2. Prepare the Bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, fry bacon until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- 3. Toss Together Greens: In a large bowl, mix chopped romaine and halved cherry tomatoes. Add diced red onion.
- 4. Create Dressing: In another bowl, blend mayonnaise with lemon juice and seasoning.
- 5. Assemble the Salad: Combine all ingredients—chicken pieces, crispy bacon, avocado—and drizzle dressing over the top. Toss gently to combine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Feel free to add or swap ingredients; try adding cucumbers or using Greek yogurt instead of mayo for a lighter option. For meal prep, store components separately until serving to keep everything fresh and crunchy.