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BLT Chicken Salad

BLT Chicken Salad: Your New Go-To Meal Prep Delight

This BLT Chicken Salad is a protein-packed meal prep delight that combines all the classic flavors of a traditional BLT sandwich, perfect for busy weeks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded, use rotisserie chicken for quick prep
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt for dressing
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise opt for vegan mayo if preferred
  • 4-6 slices crispy bacon crumbled; turkey bacon can be used
  • 1/4 cup green onions chopped; can substitute with chives or shallots
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 whole avocado diced; add fresh to avoid browning
  • seasonings to taste (salt, pepper, spices)
For Serving
  • lettuce wraps low-carb base
  • whole grain crackers for crunch
  • kettle chips for extra crispy bite

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt and mayonnaise. Whisk until smooth, then season with salt, pepper, and spices.
  2. Shred cooked chicken and add it to the dressing along with crumbled bacon and green onions. Mix thoroughly.
  3. Gently fold in halved cherry tomatoes, being careful not to crush them.
  4. Taste the salad mixture and adjust seasoning as necessary.
  5. Dice avocado and fold it into the salad just before serving.
  6. Transfer the salad to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 26gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store avocado separately to maintain freshness. Adjust seasonings based on personal preference.

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