Savory BLT Chicken Salad
A delightful twist on the classic BLT, combining crispy bacon, juicy chicken, and fresh vegetables for a refreshing salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixed
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, chopped
- 4 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
- Prepare the chicken by chopping it into bite-sized pieces.
- Chop the romaine lettuce and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Mix the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
- Combine the chicken, bacon, tomatoes, and lettuce in a large bowl. Toss with the dressing until coated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve on a chilled platter, garnished with cracked pepper or crispy bacon pieces.
Notes
Can be prepared ahead of time. Best mixed just before serving to keep the lettuce crisp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: salad, chicken salad, BLT, savory salad, summer recipe
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