Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of buffalo chicken salad—a perfect blend of spicy, tangy, and fresh ingredients. This dish features tender chicken coated in zesty buffalo sauce, crisp greens, and creamy ranch dressing. Whether for a quick lunch, dinner, or game day gathering, this salad is sure to impress with its bold taste and colorful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 6 cups romaine lettuce (chopped)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 medium cucumber (sliced)
- 1/2 medium red onion (sliced)
- 1/3 cup blue cheese crumbles
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
Instructions
- Preheat grill or stovetop pan over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Toss the cooked chicken in buffalo sauce until fully coated; let it rest for five minutes.
- While the chicken rests, chop the romaine lettuce, halve the cherry tomatoes, and slice the cucumber and red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and blue cheese crumbles; toss gently.
- Slice the buffalo-coated chicken into strips or cubes and add to the veggie mix.
- Drizzle ranch dressing over the salad and give it a final gentle toss. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For quicker prep time, use shredded rotisserie chicken. Add celery or bell peppers for extra crunch. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.