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Delicious BLT Chicken Salad with bacon, chicken, lettuce, and tomatoes

BLT Chicken Salad

This cozy BLT Chicken Salad combines crispy greens, juicy roasted chicken, smoky turkey bacon, and a tangy yogurt-based dressing, making it a perfect seasonal meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Lunch, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (about 2 medium breasts)
  • 8 slices smoked turkey bacon, cooked until crisp and chopped
  • 6 cups mixed salad greens (romaine, baby kale, or your favorite fall greens)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 each avocado, diced Use ripe avocado for best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1/2 cup croutons or toasted seeded bread cubes (optional)
  • 1/3 cup shredded sharp cheddar or crumbled feta

Dressing

  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp honey
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Roast, poach, or use leftover chicken. For easy oven-roasted chicken, brush breasts with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes until juices run clear. Let rest, then shred.
  • Fry turkey bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, or bake on a sheet pan at 400°F for 12–15 minutes. Drain on paper towels and chop when cool.

Dressing

  • Whisk Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon, honey, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth. Taste and adjust acidity or sweetness.

Assembly

  • In a large bowl, combine greens, tomatoes, avocado, red onion, and chicken. Toss gently with most of the dressing so everything is lightly coated.

Finish and Serve

  • Sprinkle chopped turkey bacon, cheese, and croutons over the top. Drizzle remaining dressing or serve on the side. Serve immediately for best texture.

Notes

Keep textures distinct: add bacon and croutons right before serving to maintain crunch. Warm chicken slightly before adding to salad to meld flavors without wilting greens. Taste and tweak the dressing according to preference.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2g
Keyword BLT Salad, Chicken Salad, fall recipes, healthy salad, quick meals
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