Description
Buffalo chicken salad combines zesty spices with crisp greens for a protein-packed meal. Cool ranch dressing and tender chicken create a satisfying lunch that promises delicious flavors you’ll crave again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (473 ml) shredded chicken
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) buffalo sauce
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) ranch dressing or Greek yogurt
- 2 cups (473 ml) mixed greens
- 1/2 cup (118 ml) chopped celery
- 1/2 cup (118 ml) shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) crumbled blue cheese
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Thoroughly coat shredded chicken with zesty Buffalo sauce in a mixing bowl, ensuring each piece is evenly saturated with tangy flavor.
- Incorporate creamy ranch dressing or Greek yogurt into the chicken, gently folding to create a smooth, cohesive mixture.
- Create a vibrant salad foundation using crisp mixed greens as the base, then layer with thinly sliced celery and delicate shredded carrots for added crunch and texture.
- Generously pile the spicy Buffalo-infused chicken atop the fresh vegetable bed, distributing it evenly across the salad surface.
- Optional: Crumble pungent blue cheese over the dish for an extra burst of rich, tangy complexity.
- Delicately season with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the overall taste profile.
- Serve immediately while the chicken remains warm and the greens stay crisp, guaranteeing optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
- Opt for Greek yogurt instead of ranch to reduce calories and boost protein content, creating a healthier version of this classic dish.
- Swap chicken with tofu or jackfruit for a vegetarian alternative that still delivers bold Buffalo-style flavor and satisfying texture.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting Buffalo sauce quantity, allowing individuals with different spice tolerances to enjoy the salad comfortably.
- Consider preparing chicken in advance and storing in refrigerator for quick assembly, making this a convenient meal-prep option for busy weekdays.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 295 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg