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Creamy and Crunchy BLT Chicken Salad for Easy Meal Prep

A mound of creamy blt chicken salad topped generously with crispy bacon bits and fresh parsley, served with cherry tomatoes.
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Make this satisfying BLT Chicken Salad that combines tender chicken with the classic crunch of bacon, lettuce, and fresh tomatoes in a creamy, light dressing. It is perfect for quick lunches or meal preparation.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked until crisp and crumbled
  • 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce, crisp pieces only
  • 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (use avocado oil mayo for a healthier option)
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (optional, for lighter dressing)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish and flavor)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: If you are not using pre-cooked chicken, cook chicken breasts until done, let them cool slightly, and shred them finely.
  2. Cook the bacon: Cook the bacon until it is very crisp. Drain it well on paper towels and then crumble it into small pieces.
  3. Chop vegetables: Chop the romaine lettuce into small, bite-sized pieces. Halve the tomatoes. Keep the lettuce and tomatoes separate for now to maintain crunch.
  4. Make the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt (if using), Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper. This is your creamy aioli base.
  5. Combine main ingredients: Add the shredded chicken to the dressing mixture. Gently fold until the chicken is evenly coated.
  6. Incorporate BLT elements: Fold in the crumbled bacon and the halved tomatoes. Mix just until combined.
  7. Add lettuce last: Just before serving or packing for meal prep, gently fold in the chopped romaine lettuce and green onions. Folding it in last keeps the lettuce crisp.
  8. Serve immediately or chill: Serve this high protein chicken salad over fresh greens, in lettuce wraps, or use it as a filling for sandwiches or low carb wraps.

Notes

  • For the best texture, do not add the lettuce until right before you plan to eat the salad. This keeps the salad crunchy.
  • To make this a Keto BLT Chicken Salad, ensure your mayonnaise is low-carb and omit any added sugar in the dressing.
  • This recipe is excellent for make ahead chicken salad; prepare all components except the lettuce up to 3 days ahead. Store the lettuce separately.
  • If you want a richer flavor, substitute half the mayonnaise with mashed avocado for an Avocado Chicken BLT Salad variation.

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