Buffalo Chicken Salad: A Healthy, Zesty Meal You’ll Love

Buffalo Chicken Salad is a protein-packed, flavorful dish that combines zesty buffalo chicken with fresh greens for a delightful meal.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Resting Time 5

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 cups Buffalo Chicken Strips Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.

For the Salad Base

4 cups Mixed Greens Choose your favorite salad mix.
1 cup Carrots Shredded, fresh or pre-shredded.
2 stalks Celery Chopped, fresh for best flavor.

For the Creamy Element

1/2 cup Crumbled Blue Cheese Optional, can substitute with feta.
1/2 cup Dressing Ranch or Blue Cheese dressing.

For the Flavor Kick

1/4 cup Buffalo Sauce Adjust heat level to preference.

For the Crunch

1 cup Croutons Homemade or store-bought.
1/4 cup Green Onions Sliced, for garnish.

Equipment

Skillet
Mixing bowl
Spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Buffalo Chicken Salad

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Shred rotisserie chicken into bite-sized pieces and combine with Buffalo sauce until coated.
In a mixing bowl, combine mixed greens, shredded carrots, and chopped celery. Toss well.
Arrange warm Buffalo chicken strips over the salad base.
Drizzle dressing over the salad and mix lightly to coat.
Optional: Sprinkle crumbled blue cheese, croutons, and sliced green onions on top.
Serve immediately while chicken is warm and greens are crisp.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This salad is customizable with your choice of vegetables and dressings to suit your taste.

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