Description
This BLT Chicken Salad is a flavorful twist on the classic chicken salad, combining shredded rotisserie chicken, crispy bacon, creamy Greek yogurt and mayonnaise dressing, fresh grape tomatoes, green onions, and avocado. It makes for a tangy, salty, and savory dish perfect for sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or served with crackers.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 cups rotisserie chicken shredded
- 8 strips bacon chopped (center cut)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked pepper
- 1/3 cup green onions diced
- 2/3 pint grape tomatoes halved or quartered
- 1 avocado diced
Instructions
- Make the dressing: In a large mixing bowl, add the mayonnaise and Greek yogurt. Whisk together until smooth, then incorporate the ranch seasoning and freshly cracked pepper to create a flavorful dressing base.
- Add chicken and bacon: Mix in the shredded rotisserie chicken and chopped bacon into the dressing. Stir well to ensure all pieces are evenly coated.
- Incorporate vegetables: Add the diced green onions and halved or quartered grape tomatoes to the bowl. Mix again gently to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste the chicken salad mixture and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more pepper or ranch seasoning to your preference.
- Add avocado before serving: Just before serving, gently fold in the diced avocado to retain its fresh texture. You may also layer the avocado on top instead of mixing fully.
- Refrigerate: Transfer the chicken salad to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld and serve chilled.
Notes
- To Serve: Enjoy the chicken salad with club crackers, Ritz crackers, tortilla chips, cucumber rounds, or inside lettuce wraps or romaine boats for a delicious meal.
- Storage: Store leftover chicken salad in glass airtight containers in the refrigerator for optimal freshness. Portion crackers or fresh vegetables separately in snack bags for convenient serving.
- Meal Prep Tips: Pre-portion the salad into small condiment cups for easy grab-and-go lunches or picnics.
- Substitutions: You can omit the Greek yogurt and use all mayonnaise if preferred for a richer and creamier texture.
