Description
This vibrant BLT Chicken Salad combines juicy chicken, crispy bacon, and fresh vegetables for a refreshing meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Thick-cut bacon
- Fresh romaine lettuce
- Cherry tomatoes
- Ripe avocado
- Green onions
- Your favorite dressing (ranch or vinaigrette)
Instructions
- 1. Grill chicken: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; grill for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- 2. Cook bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Drain on paper towels and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- 3. Prepare vegetables: Wash and chop romaine into bite-sized pieces, halve cherry tomatoes, and slice green onions thinly.
- 4. Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, mix grilled chicken slices, crispy bacon bits, chopped lettuce, tomatoes, avocado chunks, and green onions.
- 5. Add dressing & toss: Drizzle dressing over the salad mix; gently toss until combined. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Customize your salad by adding cheese or jalapeños for an extra kick. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; best enjoyed cold.