BLT Chicken Salad (Print Version)
Tender chicken and crispy bacon mix with fresh tomatoes and a tangy dressing for a vibrant, easy dish.
# Ingredients:
Protein
01 -
3 cups cooked chicken, chopped
02 -
1 pound bacon, diced and cooked until crisp
Vegetables
03 -
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
04 -
1/2 small red onion, finely diced
05 -
2 stalks celery, diced
Dressing
06 -
1/2 cup light mayonnaise
07 -
1 tablespoon lemon juice
08 -
1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
10 -
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
# Instructions:
01 -
In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, crisp bacon, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, and diced celery.
02 -
In a small bowl, whisk together light mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning carefully to taste.
03 -
Stir the dressing into the combined ingredients until evenly coated.
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Serve immediately or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for 3 to 5 days. Discard any leftovers left out for more than 2 hours.
# Notes:
01 -
For best flavor, ensure bacon is crisp and chicken is finely chopped.