Buffalo Chicken Salad 🐔🥗
A simple yet satisfying salad made with tender shredded chicken tossed in spicy buffalo sauce, served over crisp lettuce, and topped with a bit of black pepper for extra flavor. Perfect for a light, healthy meal with a bit of heat!
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
2 chicken breasts (or thighs for extra juiciness)
1/2 cup buffalo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Salad:
4 cups iceberg or romaine lettuce, chopped
1/2 cup shredded carrots (optional)
1/2 cup diced celery (optional, for crunch)
Black pepper, to taste
For the Dressing:
Blue cheese dressing (or ranch, if preferred)
Instructions:
Prepare the Chicken:
Cook the chicken: In a pan over medium heat, cook the chicken breasts for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Alternatively, you can bake the chicken at 375°F (190°C) for about 20-25 minutes.
Shred the chicken: Once the chicken is cooked, allow it to rest for a few minutes, then shred it using two forks.
Toss in buffalo sauce: In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken with the buffalo sauce. Stir until well coated.
Assemble the Salad:4. Prepare the salad base: In a large bowl, add the chopped lettuce, shredded carrots, and diced celery (if using).
5. Top with chicken: Spoon the buffalo chicken on top of the lettuce mixture.6. Add dressing: Drizzle with blue cheese dressing (or ranch) to taste.
Garnish and Serve:
7. Season: Top with black pepper for added flavor.8. Serve: Enjoy your spicy, creamy buffalo chicken salad!
Pro Tip:
For extra flavor, grilled chicken works great, and you can even add some crispy bacon bits or avocado slices for extra richness.
If you want more heat, you can add a bit of hot sauce to the dressing.
Enjoy your Buffalo Chicken Salad—a perfect combination of spice, crunch, and creaminess! 🐔🥗🔥
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