Description
BLT Chicken Salad is a delightful twist on the classic chicken salad, combining tender chicken, crispy bacon, and fresh vegetables for a satisfying meal. Perfectly balanced in flavor and texture, this salad is quick to prepare, making it an excellent choice for busy lunches or casual gatherings. With just 10 minutes of prep time and only 3 grams of carbs per serving, it’s a delicious low-carb option that everyone will enjoy. Serve it on a bed of greens, as a sandwich filling, or even in lettuce wraps for a versatile dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked chicken
- 1 pound diced bacon (cooked until crisp)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 small red onion (diced)
- 2 stalks celery (diced)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (light)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine the cooked chicken, bacon, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and celery in a large mixing bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Stir the dressing into the main ingredients until well combined.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 930mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance the taste. Feel free to add extras like avocado or cheese for additional flavor.