Description
This BLT Chicken Salad is a quick and delicious twist on the classic BLT sandwich, combining shredded chicken, crispy bacon, fresh tomatoes, and a creamy dressing made with mayonnaise and Greek yogurt. Perfect for a light lunch or an easy dinner, this salad can be served with crackers, in a tortilla or lettuce wrap, or over a bed of greens.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups cooked shredded chicken
- 4 strips bacon, cooked to crisp and chopped
- ½ cup sliced cherry or grape tomatoes
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or green onion
Dressing Ingredients
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon fine salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Optional Toppings
- Additional cooked chopped bacon
- Chopped chives
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix together the cooked shredded chicken, chopped crispy bacon, sliced cherry or grape tomatoes, diced red onion, and chopped fresh chives or green onion. Set this mixture aside while preparing the dressing.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, plain Greek yogurt, garlic powder, onion powder, fine salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and well combined.
- Mix Salad and Dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture. Stir gently but thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Garnish and Serve: If desired, sprinkle additional cooked chopped bacon and chopped chives on top for extra flavor and texture. Serve the BLT chicken salad with your choice of crackers, in a tortilla or lettuce wrap, as a sandwich filling, or over a bed of fresh greens for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- This salad can be served chilled or at room temperature.
- For a lighter option, use low-fat mayonnaise and Greek yogurt.
- To make it gluten-free, serve with gluten-free crackers or lettuce wraps.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to customize by adding avocado, cucumber, or a squeeze of lemon for extra freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
