Description
Buffalo chicken salad is a vibrant and flavor-packed dish that combines tender, spicy chicken with crisp vegetables and a creamy dressing. Perfect for any occasion, this salad offers a delightful balance of zest and freshness while providing a nutritious meal option. Quick to prepare and easily customizable, buffalo chicken salad will tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests with its bold flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 tsp fresh garlic, minced
- ½ cup buffalo sauce
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup celery, diced
- ¼ cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and place in a greased baking dish. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil and buffalo sauce until combined.
- Once chicken cools slightly, shred it using two forks.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped lettuce and diced celery, along with any additional veggies you prefer.
- Add shredded chicken and buffalo sauce mixture; toss gently until coated.
- Serve immediately, drizzling extra dressing if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg