Savory BLT Chicken Salad

This Savory BLT Chicken Salad is a warm, friendly dish that feels like home. It mixes chewy chicken, salty bacon, fresh lettuce, and ripe tomato with a creamy dressing. The taste is rich, salty, and bright all at once. It is a real crowd-pleaser for lunch, picnics, or a quick weeknight meal. Trust me, you will want to make it again and again, and maybe eat a second helping before dinner is even served.

How to prepare Savory BLT Chicken Salad

1. Cook 4 to 6 slices of bacon in a skillet until crisp, drain on paper towels, and chop when cool.
2. Season two cooked chicken breasts with salt and pepper, shred or chop into bite size pieces. You can grill, pan sear, or use rotisserie chicken.
3. Chop 2 cups of lettuce and 1 to 2 tomatoes into bite size pieces. Add sliced green onions if you like.
4. Make the dressing, mix 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup plain yogurt or sour cream, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, salt and black pepper to taste. Stir until smooth.
5. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, bacon, lettuce, and tomato. Pour the dressing over and toss gently to coat.
6. Chill for 15 to 20 minutes if you like it cold, or serve right away for extra crisp bacon. Season to taste and enjoy.

Why You’ll Love Savory BLT Chicken Salad

• It has crisp bacon and fresh vegetables for great texture.
• The creamy dressing ties savory chicken and bright tomato together.
• It is quick to make, easy to change, and feeds a group.
• It works for lunch, packed meals, or a light dinner, and feels fresh and satisfying.

tips for success

• Cook bacon until fully crisp, then drain well, this keeps it crunchy.
• Let hot chicken cool before adding the dressing, to keep salad fresh.
• Dry your lettuce well, wet greens make the salad soggy.
• Taste the dressing and add a little more lemon or mustard to brighten the flavor.
• Chop ingredients evenly so every bite has bacon, chicken, and tomato.

FAQs

Q: Can I use rotisserie chicken for this recipe?

A: Yes, rotisserie chicken is a great time saver and adds good flavor.

Q: How long will the salad keep in the fridge?

A: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days, but add bacon just before serving to keep it crisp.

Q: Can I make this dairy free?

A: Yes, use extra mayonnaise or a dairy free yogurt instead of regular yogurt or sour cream.

Q: What sides go well with this salad?

A: Fresh bread, crackers, or a simple fruit salad pair well.

Conclusion

For another healthy take on BLT chicken salad and more ideas, see Healthy BLT Chicken Salad – Sweet Savory and Steph.

Savory BLT Chicken Salad

A warm, hearty salad featuring chicken, crispy bacon, fresh lettuce, and ripe tomatoes, all tossed in a creamy dressing. Perfect for lunch, picnics, or a quick weeknight meal.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Light Dinner, lunch, Salad

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 4-6 slices slices of bacon Cook until crispy
• 2 pieces cooked chicken breasts Can be grilled, pan seared, or rotisserie
• 2 cups chopped lettuce Dry well to avoid sogginess
• 1-2 pieces tomatoes Chopped
• sliced green onions Optional, to taste

Dressing Ingredients

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup plain yogurt or sour cream Can use dairy-free options
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice Adjust to taste
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Adjust to taste
• salt and black pepper To taste

Method

 

Preparation

1. Cook 4 to 6 slices of bacon in a skillet until crispy, drain on paper towels, and chop when cool.
2. Season two cooked chicken breasts with salt and pepper, and shred or chop into bite-sized pieces.
3. Chop 2 cups of lettuce and 1 to 2 tomatoes into bite-sized pieces. Add sliced green onions if desired.

Make the Dressing

1. In a bowl, mix 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup yogurt or sour cream, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, along with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir until smooth.

Combine

1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, bacon, lettuce, and tomato.
2. Pour the dressing over and toss gently to coat.
3. Chill for 15 to 20 minutes if desired, or serve immediately for extra crispy bacon.
4. Season to taste and enjoy.

Notes

For best texture, cook bacon until crispy and let hot chicken cool before adding to the salad to keep it fresh. Dry the lettuce well to prevent sogginess. Taste dressing and adjust flavors as needed. Ensure even chopping for consistent bites of bacon, chicken, and tomato.