Easy Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad
This Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad is creamy, flavorful, and ready in just 15 minutes. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or meal prep lunches.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken about 2 chicken breasts
- 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese optional
- 2 green onions sliced
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, ranch dressing, cheese, and green onions.
- Mix until well coated. Taste and season with salt & pepper as needed.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let flavors blend.
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Notes
Storage & Make-Ahead:
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Stir before serving.
- Meal Prep Friendly: Great for sandwiches, wraps, or served with crackers.
- Protein Swap: Use rotisserie chicken for faster prep, or leftover turkey.
- Dressing Alternative: Swap ranch with Greek yogurt + ranch seasoning for a lighter version.
- Cheese: Skip the cheese for a lighter salad or use pepper jack for extra flavor.
- Add Veggies: Mix in diced celery, bell peppers, or cucumbers for crunch.
Nutrition
Calories: 502kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 12g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 122mg | Sodium: 661mg | Potassium: 352mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 268IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 127mg | Iron: 2mg
