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Buffalo chicken salad served with sliced baguette and celery on a white plate, garnished with chopped green onions.

Buffalo Chicken Salad

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 Jazz up your traditional lunch options and go with Buffalo Chicken Salad instead! Shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, ranch, and sour cream are combined to create one delicious combo. Toss it on a croissant and you’ve got an epic lunch or brunch sandwich, or serve it as a dip with crackers and veggie sticks!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 3 people
Calories 399 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 3 cups cooked and shredded chicken chilled
  • ½ cup buffalo sauce
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup celery chopped
  • ¼ cup blue cheese crumbles
  • ¼ cup green onions chopped
  • 2 tablespoons ranch dressing
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions
 

  • Place the shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, sour cream, and ranch dressing in a medium mixing bowl and stir well.
    3 cups cooked and shredded chicken, ½ cup buffalo sauce, ½ cup sour cream, 2 tablespoons ranch dressing
  • Add the celery, green onion, blue cheese crumbles, and garlic powder to the bowl and fold them into the chicken mixture until they’re evenly distributed.
    ½ cup celery, ¼ cup blue cheese crumbles, ¼ cup green onions, ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Serve on a croissant with extra blue cheese crumbles and chopped green onion sprinkled on the top, if desired, or it’s great as a dip with crackers, French bread slices, etc. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Adjust the Heat: Tailor the spiciness of your buffalo chicken salad by adding more or less buffalo wing sauce. Remember, it's easier to add more heat than to take it away!
  • Chicken: For the best texture and flavor, use freshly cooked chicken breast or thighs. If you're in a rush, a high-quality rotisserie chicken is an excellent time-saver.
  • Creaminess: If you prefer a creamier texture, consider adding a bit more sour cream, mayo, or a dollop of Greek yogurt. This also adds a bit of tang and extra protein.
  • Cheese: While blue cheese is traditional with buffalo flavors, don’t hesitate to experiment with different types of cheese like feta or shredded cheddar if blue cheese isn’t your thing.
  • Fresh Herbs: A sprinkle of fresh dill or chives can brighten up the flavors and add a pop of color.
  • Serve Chilled: For the best flavor, let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
  • Make Ahead: Making it a few hours before serving allows the flavors to come together nicely. Just keep it refrigerated until you're ready to serve.

Storage Instructions

  • Refrigerate Promptly: To maintain its best quality, store the salad in an airtight container and refrigerate it within two hours of preparation. 
  • Consume Within 3-4 Days: For the best taste and texture, eat the leftover salad within three to four days. 
  • Do Not Freeze: Freezing is not recommended for this type of salad, as it can cause the ingredients to become soft and lose their appealing texture when thawed.

Nutrition

Calories: 399kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 39gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 139mgSodium: 1578mgPotassium: 476mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 545IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 131mgIron: 2mg
Keyword buffalo chicken salad
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