Buffalo Chicken Chopped Salad Recipe
Buffalo Chicken Chopped Salad combines spicy Buffalo chicken, crisp veggies, and creamy dressing for a bold, flavorful, and refreshing meal. Easy to customize and perfect for lunch or dinner, it’s a satisfying salad everyone will love
Equipment
- 1 Large skillet or grill pan
- 1 Tongs or Spatula
- 1 Large salad bowl
- 1 Measuring cups and spoons
- 1 Cutting board and sharp knife
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup Buffalo sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 head romaine lettuce chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cup celery sliced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 avocado diced
- ½ cup blue cheese crumbles optional
- Ranch or dairy-free Buffalo chicken salad dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken:
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).
Coat with Buffalo Sauce:
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and toss with Buffalo sauce until well coated. Let rest for 5 minutes, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
Assemble the Salad:
- In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, celery, shredded carrots, and avocado.
Add the Chicken:
- Place the Buffalo chicken on top of the salad.
Drizzle the Dressing:
- Drizzle with ranch dressing or a dairy-free Buffalo chicken salad dressing. Sprinkle with blue cheese crumbles if desired.
Toss and Serve:
- Gently toss to combine or serve with dressing on the side for individual customization.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
- Calories: 350
- Total Fat: 20g (25%)
- Saturated Fat: 5g (25%)
- Cholesterol: 70mg (23%)
- Sodium: 800mg (35%)
- Total Carbohydrates: 15g (5%)
- Dietary Fiber: 6g (24%)
- Protein: 28g (56%)