Low Carb Buffalo Chicken Salad

Packed with bold flavors and keto-friendly ingredients, this Low Carb Buffalo Chicken Salad is the perfect fusion of spicy and satisfying. Grilled, seasoned chicken breasts are tossed in tangy buffalo sauce, then nestled on a crisp bed of romaine lettuce alongside crunchy celery, juicy cherry tomatoes, and zesty red onion. Finished with crumbled blue cheese and a drizzle of creamy blue cheese dressing, this salad delivers a delightful contrast of heat and coolness in every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy, gluten-free recipe is ideal for meal prep, light lunches, or a quick dinner that satisfies without derailing your healthy eating goals. Whether you're following a low-carb diet or just love the kick of buffalo wings, this dish is destined to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.25 cup buffalo sauce
• 1 head romaine lettuce
• 2 stalks celery
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 0.25 cup red onion
• 0.5 cup crumbled blue cheese
• 0.25 cup blue cheese dressing
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions

Step 1

Start by preheating your grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 2

While the grill is heating, season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.

Step 3

Brush each chicken breast with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and place them on the grill.

Step 4

Grill the chicken for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

Step 5

Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into strips.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix the sliced chicken with the buffalo sauce until evenly coated.

Step 7

Rinse and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.

Step 8

Thinly slice the celery and red onion, and halve the cherry tomatoes.

Step 9

Add the celery, cherry tomatoes, and red onion to the salad bowl with the lettuce.

Step 10

Toss the salad gently to combine all ingredients.

Step 11

Arrange the buffalo chicken slices on top of the salad.

Step 12

Sprinkle the crumbled blue cheese over the salad.

Step 13

Drizzle the blue cheese dressing over the top, or serve it on the side.

Step 14

Serve immediately and enjoy your low carb buffalo chicken salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1276.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1038.0

Total Fat 56.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 250.4mg	0%
Sodium 5391.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 48.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.5g	0%
Total Sugars 17.8g
Protein 92.2g	0%

Vitamin D 8.4IU	0%
Calcium 645.0mg	0%
Iron 8.1mg	0%
Potassium 2695.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.3%

Protein: 34.5%

Carbs: 18.2%