Savory BLT Chicken Salad -

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

Cook Time 15

Total Time 35

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

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

Make the Dressing

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

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