Chicken Bacon Ranch Salad
A flavorful salad that combines crispy bacon, tender chicken, fresh greens, and creamy ranch dressing for an exciting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken breast
- 4 strips of bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 5 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- Fresh herbs for garnish (like parsley or chives)
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: Season with salt and pepper, grilling or pan-searing over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes per side until cooked. Slice into bite-sized pieces.
- Crisp the bacon: Cook until crispy, then crumble.
- Prepare the greens: Wash and dry the mixed greens, placing them in a large salad bowl.
- Assemble your salad: Layer chicken, bacon, tomatoes, and cheese over the greens, drizzling ranch dressing on top.
- Garnish and serve: Add fresh herbs for flavor and serve immediately.
Notes
This salad can be made in advance but keep the dressing separate until serving to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: salad, chicken salad, bacon salad, ranch dressing