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Creamy & Crunchy BLT Chicken Salad for Quick Lunch

Close-up of a creamy blt chicken salad featuring chunks of chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, and generous amounts of crispy bacon.
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Combine the classic flavors of bacon, lettuce, and tomato with tender chicken in this satisfying, creamy chicken salad. This recipe is simple to make and perfect for meal prep or a quick, high-protein lunch.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup celery, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter version)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup shredded iceberg lettuce, chopped (optional, for crunch)
  • 1 small avocado, diced (optional, for creaminess)

Instructions

  1. Place the cooked, shredded chicken in a medium bowl.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and garlic powder. Season the dressing with salt and pepper.
  3. Add the crumbled bacon, halved tomatoes, diced celery, and diced red onion to the bowl with the chicken.
  4. Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture. Gently fold all ingredients together until everything is evenly coated.
  5. If using, gently fold in the chopped lettuce and diced avocado last to maintain texture.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Cover and chill for at least 15 minutes before serving for best flavor.
  7. Serve this easy chicken salad on toast, over greens, or in lettuce wraps.

Notes

  • For a low-carb chicken BLT salad, serve this mixture in crisp lettuce cups instead of bread.
  • If you are meal prepping, keep the bacon separate until serving time to maintain maximum crispness.
  • You can substitute rotisserie chicken for cooked chicken breast to make this a 10-minute keto chicken BLT salad.

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