Description
A flavorful twist on the classic BLT, this chicken salad combines crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, crunchy lettuce, and tender chicken in a creamy dressing perfect for a quick lunch or elegant meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 6 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/4 cup sliced avocado
- Optional: 1/4 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- Optional: 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- Optional: 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (basil or parsley), chopped
Instructions
- Cook the bacon until crispy, then drain on paper towels and crumble.
- Dice or shred the cooked chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
- Chop the romaine lettuce and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Add chicken, bacon, lettuce, and tomatoes to the bowl and toss gently until well coated.
- If using optional add-ins like avocado or cheese, add them now and mix gently.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
For best flavor, use freshly grilled or poached chicken and thick-cut crispy bacon. Avoid over-dressing to keep the salad crisp.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: BLT, chicken salad, low carb, bacon, lunch