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BLT Chicken Salad


  • Author: oliviabennett
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

A refreshing twist on a classic BLT sandwich combined with hearty chicken salad, featuring crispy bacon, tender chicken, fresh tomatoes, and crunchy lettuce in a creamy dressing.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken, shredded or diced
  • 4 slices Bacon, cooked until crispy
  • 2 Ripe Tomatoes, diced
  • 2 cups Romaine Lettuce, chopped
  • 1 Avocado, sliced
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • Salt and Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the Bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon strips until crispy, about 7-10 minutes. Let cool and chop.
  2. Prep the Chicken: Shred rotisserie chicken or season and cook fresh chicken until done. Let cool, then chop.
  3. Chop the Veggies: Dice tomatoes and chop romaine lettuce. Slice avocado just before serving.
  4. Make the Dressing: In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  5. Combine the Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix chicken, bacon, tomatoes, lettuce, and avocado. Pour dressing over and toss gently.
  6. Taste and Adjust: Check seasoning and adjust as needed.

Notes

Best served fresh, but can be stored in the fridge for 1-2 days. Add greens right before serving to keep them crunchy.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: BLT, chicken salad, easy recipes, summer salad, comfort food