Description
BLT Chicken Salad is a vibrant and satisfying dish that combines crispy bacon, juicy chicken, fresh romaine lettuce, and sweet cherry tomatoes, all drizzled with a creamy dressing. Perfect for summer picnics or quick weeknight dinners, this salad is not only easy to make but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy the delightful mix of flavors and textures in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 6 strips thick-cut bacon
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Preheat grill or skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let rest before slicing.
- Fry the Bacon: In a skillet, fry bacon until crisp. Drain on paper towels and chop into pieces.
- Chop Veggies: Wash and chop romaine lettuce, halve cherry tomatoes, and slice red onion.
- Make Dressing: Mix mayonnaise and lemon juice in a bowl until smooth; adjust seasoning if needed.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix sliced chicken, bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, and onion. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently.
- Serve: Transfer to plates or serve family-style in a bowl.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg