BLT Salad With Chicken (Printable Recipe)
Crispy bacon, tender chicken, and fresh vegetables tossed with homemade vinaigrette for a satisfying main course.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Greens
01 -
8 cups packed romaine lettuce hearts, cut into bite-sized pieces
→ Proteins
02 -
8 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
03 -
1 heaping cup bite-sized cooked chicken breast
→ Vegetables & Dairy
04 -
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
05 -
½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
→ Dressing
06 -
½ to ¾ cup homemade vinaigrette, to taste
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Place romaine lettuce in a large mixing bowl. Pour ½ cup vinaigrette over lettuce and toss thoroughly to coat all leaves evenly.
02 -
Taste the dressed greens and add additional vinaigrette by tablespoons until desired flavor balance is achieved.
03 -
Distribute bacon, chicken, halved tomatoes, and shredded cheese evenly over the dressed lettuce.
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Gently toss all components together to combine without crushing delicate ingredients. Serve immediately with remaining vinaigrette on the side.
# Extra Tips:
01 -
Store-bought shortcuts work excellently: pre-washed romaine hearts, microwave-ready bacon, and refrigerated grilled chicken slices or rotisserie chicken.
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Homemade vinaigrette can be prepared several days in advance and stored refrigerated for enhanced flavor development.
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For elegant presentation, arrange ingredients in diagonal rows over lettuce on a large serving platter instead of tossing.