Description
Savor the flavors of summer with this delightful BLT Chicken Salad. Combining juicy grilled chicken, crispy bacon, ripe tomatoes, and fresh lettuce, all tossed in a zesty lemon mayonnaise dressing, this salad is both satisfying and refreshing. Perfect for lunch or dinner, it takes just 30 minutes to prepare and can easily be customized for meal prep or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3 breasts)
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 2 medium ripe tomatoes, diced
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Grill the chicken: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; grill for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Let cool before chopping.
- Cook the bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy (5-8 minutes). Drain on paper towels.
- Prepare vegetables: Wash and chop tomatoes and lettuce; combine in a large bowl.
- Make dressing: In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise with lemon juice; season with salt and pepper.
- Combine ingredients: Chop grilled chicken and bacon into bite-sized pieces; add to the bowl with vegetables.
- Toss salad: Pour dressing over the mixture; gently toss until well coated. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg