BLT Chicken Salad Easy Lunch (Print-Friendly Version)
Classic chicken salad gets a BLT twist in this quick, flavorful dish with bacon, tomatoes, and a creamy dressing.
# What You’ll Need to Make This:
→ Salad Base
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3 cups cooked chicken, chopped
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1 pound bacon, diced and cooked until crisp
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1/2 small red onion, finely diced
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2 stalks celery, diced
→ Dressing
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1/2 cup light mayonnaise
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
# How to Prepare:
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped cooked chicken, crisp bacon, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, and diced celery.
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In a small bowl, whisk together light mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until smooth. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as desired.
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Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently stir until everything is evenly coated.
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Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 to 5 days. Discard leftovers if left unrefrigerated for more than 2 hours.
# Extra Tips:
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Ensure bacon is cooked until fully crisp for best texture in the salad.