Description
A refreshing twist on the classic BLT sandwich, this salad features crispy bacon, succulent chicken, and creamy dressing atop fresh greens.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
- 6 slices bacon
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- To taste salt
- To taste pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Crisp the bacon: Place the bacon strips in a pan over medium heat and fry until they reach a crunchy consistency. Transfer them to a lined plate to drain and cool before breaking them into small bits.
- Prepare the poultry: If starting with raw meat, apply salt and pepper. Sear the chicken in the remaining bacon fat until it is thoroughly cooked and has a golden exterior, roughly 6-8 minutes per side. Let it rest briefly before cutting into bite-sized cubes.
- Whisk the sauce: In a small bowl, blend the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, mustard, garlic powder, lemon juice, and seasonings until the mixture is uniform and velvety.
- Assemble the bowl: Place the chopped romaine, tomato halves, cubed chicken, and bacon crumbles into a large serving bowl. Drizzle the prepared dressing over the top and toss gently to ensure everything is well-coated.
- Serve and enjoy: Portion the salad into bowls and eat immediately for the best texture.
Notes
Feel free to include sliced avocado or a sprinkle of cheese for added richness. For meal prep, store the sauce separately to keep the vegetables crisp.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg