Description
This Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad with Cheddar is a low-carb delight combining savory chicken, crispy bacon, and creamy ranch dressing, perfect for busy weeknights or summer picnics.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, chopped or shredded (opt for rotisserie chicken)
- 2 tbsp mayo (or light mayo)
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing (or light ranch dressing)
- 1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup chopped cooked bacon
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add the ranch dressing, mayo, garlic powder, and onion powder to a small bowl. Combine thoroughly until smooth.
- Next, add the cooked chicken, cheddar cheese, green onions, and chopped bacon to a larger bowl.
- Pour the ranch dressing mixture on top, ensuring you cover all the ingredients. Combine all the components thoroughly, mixing them until evenly coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve this flavorful chicken salad on sandwiches, salads, or lettuce wraps. Enjoy the tasty results!
Notes
Using a rotisserie chicken cuts down on prep time and adds depth of flavor. Consider using Greek yogurt instead of mayo for a lighter twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chicken salad, low carb, bacon ranch, meal prep, easy recipe
