Are you craving a mouthwatering salad that's packed with protein, bursting with flavor, and ready in just 25 minutes? Look no further than this irresistible Chicken Bacon Avocado Ranch Salad that will transform your perception of healthy eating! Imagine crisp romaine lettuce, tender shredded chicken, crispy bacon bits, creamy avocado, and a tantalizing ranch dressing that will make your taste buds dance with joy. This isn't just a salad - it's a culinary adventure that proves healthy can be incredibly delicious!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by preparing all your ingredients. Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.
- Next, shred the cooked chicken into small pieces. If you haven't cooked the chicken yet, you can grill, bake, or sauté it until fully cooked, then shred it.
- Cook the bacon slices in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Once cooked, transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces.
- Dice the avocado into small cubes. Be careful while cutting to avoid bruising the flesh. You can also sprinkle a little lemon or lime juice on the avocado to prevent browning.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the salad bowl with the chopped romaine lettuce.
- Add the shredded chicken and crumbled bacon to the bowl with the lettuce and tomatoes. Gently toss the ingredients together to combine.
- Drizzle the ranch dressing over the salad. Start with half of the dressing and add more to taste. Season with salt and pepper according to your preference.
- Finally, add the diced avocado to the salad. Gently toss everything together, being careful not to mash the avocado.
- Once everything is well combined, serve the Chicken Bacon Avocado Ranch Salad immediately in individual bowls or plates. Enjoy your delicious and hearty salad!
Tips
- For maximum flavor, use freshly grilled or roasted chicken instead of pre-cooked chicken.
- Cook bacon until extra crispy for the best texture and crunch.
- To prevent avocado from browning, add a splash of lemon or lime juice and add it last to maintain its vibrant green color.
- For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt-based ranch dressing or make your own homemade ranch.
- Prep ingredients ahead of time to make assembly quick and easy.
- For added nutrition, consider adding other vegetables like cucumber or bell peppers.
- Serve immediately after dressing to keep the salad crisp and fresh.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 1066kcal
Carbohydrates: 24g
Protein: 50g
Fat: 73g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Cholesterol: 150mg
