Description
A delightful chicken salad that combines the classic BLT flavors with crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, rich mayonnaise, and savory bacon.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: avocado, diced
Instructions
- Combine the chicken and bacon in a large bowl, mixing gently.
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Toss the dressing over the chicken mixture, coating well.
- Add the halved cherry tomatoes and chopped romaine lettuce, folding gently.
- Incorporate diced avocado if desired, folding gently to avoid bruising.
- Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to two hours to meld flavors.
Notes
For a make-ahead option, prepare the chicken and dressing separately and combine before serving to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken salad, BLT salad, quick meals, healthy eating