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Fresh Salad with Buffalo Chicken

Buffalo chicken salad brings together tender chicken, crisp greens, and a creamy dressing for the right mix of spice and freshness. It’s an easy meal that adds a little heat to lunchtime while staying light and satisfying.
Course Salad, Salads
Cuisine American, International
Keyword blue cheese,, buffalo chicken salad, buffalo sauce, buffalo wing, carrot, celery, chicken breast, chicken salad recipes, chicken salads, lettuce, lunch, ranch dressing, salad, salad recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 103kcal
Author Zuzana Paar

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 Cups Shredded Chicken Breast
  • 4 Cups Leafy Salad Greens
  • 1 Cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 Cup Cucumber Rounds
  • 1/2 Cup Celery finely sliced
  • 1/4 Cup Blue Cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 Cup Hot Sauce like Frank’s RedHot
  • 1 Tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 Pinch Salt as needed
  • 1 Pinch Black Pepper as needed
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Instructions

  • Wash, dry, and slice the vegetables. Lay everything out on the counter for smooth assembly.
  • Place shredded chicken in a medium bowl. Add hot sauce and mix until evenly coated. Let it rest for a few minutes to absorb the flavor.
  • Fill a large salad bowl with greens, spread evenly to create a fresh, colorful base. Add the buffalo chicken on top and sprinkle with blue cheese.
  • Whisk olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth, then drizzle over the salad.
  • Gently toss to combine and serve cold for a fresh, flavorful meal.

Notes

  • Use freshly cooked or warmed chicken: If you don’t have fresh chicken, quickly warm leftovers before tossing them in buffalo sauce. Warm chicken blends better with crisp, cool veggies.
  • Balance the spice with dressing: Ranch or blue cheese dressing helps cool down the heat from buffalo sauce. A drizzle goes a long way in keeping the flavors balanced.
  • Add crunchy toppings: Toss in extras like celery, cucumbers, or tortilla strips for texture. The crunch makes every bite more exciting.
  • Serve right away: Buffalo chicken salad tastes best when the greens are still crisp. Make it just before serving so nothing turns soggy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Cup | Calories: 103kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 572mg | Potassium: 161mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 315IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 0.4mg