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Buffalo Chicken Salad

Buffalo Chicken Salad

A flavorful and hearty salad featuring spicy buffalo chicken, crisp greens, and a creamy dressing. Perfect for a lunch, light dinner, or game-day appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound cooked chicken (grilled, rotisserie, or poached), shredded or diced
  • 1/2 cup buffalo hot sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon butter (optional, for extra richness)
  • 8 cups mixed greens (romaine, iceberg, or a blend)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup celery, diced
  • 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese or shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
  • Dressing:
    • 1/2 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
    • 24 tablespoons buffalo hot sauce (adjust to taste)
  • Optional: Avocado slices, cucumber, shredded carrots

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: If using raw chicken, cook it to your preference (grill, poach, etc.). Shred or dice the cooked chicken.
  2. Make the buffalo chicken: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the shredded chicken, buffalo hot sauce, and butter (if using). Stir until the chicken is coated and heated through.
  3. Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the ranch or blue cheese dressing and buffalo hot sauce until smooth.
  4. Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and celery.
  5. Add the chicken and cheese: Add the buffalo chicken and crumbled blue cheese or shredded cheddar cheese to the salad.
  6. Drizzle with dressing: Drizzle the buffalo dressing over the salad.
  7. Garnish and serve: Garnish with sliced green onions and any optional toppings (avocado, etc.). Toss gently and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of buffalo hot sauce to control the spice level.
  • For a healthier option, use grilled chicken and a light dressing.
  • You can use other types of cheese, such as Monterey Jack or pepper jack.
  • Get creative with your toppings!
  • For a vegetarian option, substitute the chicken with chickpeas, or grilled tofu.
  • This salad is also excellent served in a wrap.