Buffalo chicken salad
Whip up a zesty Buffalo Chicken Salad bursting with flavors! This salad features crispy lettuce, crunchy carrots and celery, and tender chicken breasts smothered in spicy pepper sauce. Tossed with a tangy mix of ranch dressing, blue cheese, and a hint of butter, it’s a deliciously bold twist on a classic. Perfect for a hearty, yet refreshing meal.
- 17 Apr 2025
- Cook time 10 min
- Prep time 10 min
- 4 Servings
- 11 Ingredients
Buffalo chicken salad is a delicious and spicy twist on the classic chicken salad. This recipe combines the heat of buffalo sauce with the cool, crisp freshness of lettuce, carrots, and celery, all tied together with ranch and blue cheese dressings. It's a perfect dish for a quick lunch or a light dinner, offering a balance of flavors and textures that will keep you coming back for more.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Start by washing and chopping the lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Place the chopped lettuce into a large salad bowl.
- Peel and shred or thinly slice the carrots and add them to the salad bowl.
- Wash and slice the celery into thin pieces and add it to the salad as well.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- While the oil is heating, cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- Once the oil is hot, add the chicken pieces to the skillet. Season with a dash of salt and black pepper.
- Cook the chicken pieces until they are golden brown and fully cooked through, approximately 5-7 minutes. Ensure that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a microwave-safe bowl or in a small saucepan on the stovetop.
- Stir in 4 tablespoons of pepper sauce until well combined.
- Once the chicken is fully cooked, pour the butter and pepper sauce mixture over the chicken in the skillet.
- Stir well to ensure all the chicken pieces are evenly coated with the sauce.
- Add the cooked buffalo chicken pieces to the bowl with the lettuce, carrots, and celery.
- Pour 1/2 cup of ranch dressing over the salad.
- Sprinkle 1/2 cup of crumbled blue cheese on top.
- Gently toss the salad to combine all the ingredients, ensuring the dressing is evenly distributed.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your Buffalo Chicken Salad!
Tips:
- To save time, you can use pre-cooked or rotisserie chicken. Simply shred it and mix it with the buffalo sauce mixture.
- For a healthier option, use Greek yogurt instead of ranch dressing and swap blue cheese with feta.
- Ensure that your lettuce is completely dry before mixing it with other ingredients to avoid a soggy salad.
- If you prefer more spice, add an extra dash of hot sauce or sprinkle some chili flakes.
- Chop the vegetables finely for a more evenly distributed flavor in every bite.
This buffalo chicken salad packs a punch with its spicy, tangy flavors, and creamy dressings. It's a versatile and satisfying meal that you can enjoy on its own or as a filling for wraps. Follow the tips to customize it to your liking, and you're sure to have a hearty and flavorful meal that's both refreshing and exciting.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 480 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 370kcal | 19% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 22g | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 14g | 4% |
| Fiber 5g | 13% |
| Sugar 5g | 5% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 30g | 35% |
| Saturated 9g | 30% |
| Cholesterol 80mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 1500ug | 166% |
| Choline 110mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B1 0.31mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B2 0.48mg | 37% |
| Vitamin B3 7mg | 46% |
| Vitamin B6 0.86mg | 51% |
| Vitamin B9 140ug | 35% |
| Vitamin B12 0.38ug | 16% |
| Vitamin C 30mg | 35% |
| Vitamin E 1.93mg | 13% |
| Vitamin K 440ug | 369% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 230mg | 18% |
| Copper, Cu 0.15mg | 17% |
| Iron, Fe 3.33mg | 30% |
| Magnesium, Mg 70mg | 16% |
| Phosphorus, P 350mg | 28% |
| Potassium, K 1000mg | 29% |
| Selenium, Se 18ug | 34% |
| Sodium, Na 730mg | 49% |
| Zinc, Zn 1.57mg | 14% |
| Water | |
| Water 410g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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