Lean and Mean Buffalo Salad
Spice up your healthy eating routine with this irresistible Lean and Mean Buffalo Salad! Perfectly grilled, juicy chicken breasts coated in tangy buffalo hot sauce take center stage atop a bed of crisp romaine lettuce, fresh vegetables, and a sprinkling of zesty blue cheese crumbles. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 30 minutes and is elevated with the creamy coolness of ranch dressing for a balanced, flavor-packed dish. Ideal for lunch or dinner, this high-protein, low-carb salad recipe is a crowd-pleaser for those craving a healthier twist on bold buffalo flavors. Whether you're on the hunt for a satisfying meal-prep option or a guilt-free game day favorite, this vibrant buffalo chicken salad delivers both nutrition and crave-worthy taste!
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 0.25 cup buffalo hot sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 cups romaine lettuce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium-sized cucumber
- 0.5 cup shredded carrot
- 0.25 cup red onion
- 0.25 cup blue cheese crumbles
- 0.25 cup ranch dressing
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat and coat with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Step 2
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
Step 3
Add the chicken to the pan and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Step 4
Remove the chicken from the pan and let it rest for 5 minutes. Slice into thin strips.
Step 5
In a medium bowl, toss the cooked chicken strips with buffalo hot sauce until evenly coated.
Step 6
Wash and chop the romaine lettuce and place it into a large salad bowl.
Step 7
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half, peel and thinly slice the cucumber, and add them to the bowl.
Step 8
Add the shredded carrot and thinly sliced red onion to the salad bowl.
Step 9
Top the salad with the buffalo chicken strips and sprinkle blue cheese crumbles on top.
Step 10
Drizzle the ranch dressing over the salad or serve it on the side for dipping.
Step 11
Toss the salad gently before serving, ensuring all the ingredients are evenly combined.
Step 12
Serve immediately and enjoy your Lean and Mean Buffalo Salad!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1179.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1266.4 |
| Total Fat 71.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g | |
| Cholesterol 335.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5841.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 33.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.9g | |
| Protein 122.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 21.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 383.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2242.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories