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Chicken Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad

Delicious Chicken Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad for Quick Lunches

This Chicken Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad is a quick lunch solution that combines rotisserie chicken, savory bacon, and creamy ranch dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 6 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Shredded Rotisserie Chicken Canned chicken can also work if in a pinch.
  • 6 slices Bacon Consider turkey bacon for a lighter alternative.
  • 1 cup Ranch Dressing Can be homemade or store-bought.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Dairy-free cheese works for vegan option.
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onion Chives can be a substitute.
  • 1 cup Celery Feel free to omit if not liked.
  • 1/2 cup Mayo Greek yogurt can be used to reduce fat.
  • 1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt Regular or vegan yogurt can be swapped.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Using fresh onion is an option.
  • 1 teaspoon Dill Powder Fresh dill can elevate flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper White pepper is a milder option.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Chopping Board
  • Knife

Method
 

Steps
  1. Shred the Chicken and place it in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Cook the Bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 7-10 minutes, then chop and add to the bowl.
  3. Finely chop the green onions and celery, then add them to the bowl, stirring gently to combine.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together mayo, Greek yogurt, ranch dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, dill powder, sea salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  5. Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and gently fold until well-coated, taking care not to over-mix.
  6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.
  7. Serve in bowls, on lettuce, or in a wrap, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, consider making this a day in advance and always use fresh ingredients.

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