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The Ultimate Creamy BLT Chicken Salad: Ready in 15 Minutes for Lunch or Meal Prep

A serving of creamy blt chicken salad generously topped with crispy bacon crumbles and whole cherry tomatoes on a white plate.
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Combine the smoky crunch of bacon, fresh lettuce, and tomato with tender chicken in a creamy dressing. This recipe delivers classic BLT flavor in a satisfying, high-protein salad, perfect for quick lunches or meal prepping.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (use leftover chicken for speed)
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked until crisp and crumbled
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup shredded iceberg or romaine lettuce
  • 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
  • Optional: 1/2 avocado, diced (for extra creaminess)

Instructions

  1. If not using pre-cooked chicken, cook chicken breasts and shred them. Allow the chicken to cool slightly.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and garlic powder. Season the dressing with salt and pepper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, halved tomatoes, diced red onion, and optional avocado.
  4. Pour the creamy dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture. Gently fold all ingredients together until everything is evenly coated. Do not overmix.
  5. Just before serving or packing for meal prep, gently fold in the shredded lettuce. This keeps the lettuce crisp.
  6. Serve immediately on lettuce cups, over greens, or as a sandwich topping.

Notes

  • For meal prep, store the dressing and the lettuce separately from the main chicken mixture. Combine just before eating to maintain the best texture.
  • This salad works well as a Keto Chicken Salad option if you skip any added sugar in the dressing ingredients.
  • Use high-quality bacon for the best smoky flavor in this Salad With Bacon and Chicken.

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