Sugar-Free Buffalo Chicken Salad

Enjoy the bold flavors of this Sugar-Free Buffalo Chicken Salad, a healthy twist on a classic favorite! Tender, oven-baked chicken breasts are coated in a buttery cayenne pepper hot sauce, then layered over a vibrant medley of crisp lettuce, crunchy celery, shredded carrots, and diced red bell pepper. The creamy, tangy dressing—made with protein-packed Greek yogurt, sugar-free mayonnaise, and a hint of apple cider vinegar—ties the salad together flawlessly. Best of all, this recipe is completely sugar-free, making it perfect for low-carb and health-conscious diets. Ready in just 35 minutes, this satisfying salad is ideal for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. Add an optional sprinkle of blue cheese crumbles for an extra burst of flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup cayenne pepper hot sauce
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 cups lettuce, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 carrot, shredded
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 2 green onions, sliced thinly
• 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 0.25 cup mayonnaise (sugar-free)
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.25 cup blue cheese crumbles (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Step 4

Transfer the chicken breasts to a baking dish and bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Allow it to rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.

Step 5

In a small saucepan, combine cayenne pepper hot sauce and unsalted butter. Heat over low heat until the butter is melted and the sauce is warm. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Toss the sliced chicken in the warm buffalo sauce until well coated.

Step 7

In a large salad bowl, combine chopped lettuce, celery, shredded carrot, diced red bell pepper, and sliced green onions.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, sugar-free mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, and onion powder to make the dressing.

Step 9

Add the buffalo chicken slices to the salad, drizzle with dressing, and toss gently to combine all ingredients.

Step 10

Top the salad with blue cheese crumbles if desired.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy your sugar-free buffalo chicken salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1711.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2110.4

Total Fat 133.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 524.3mg	0%
Sodium 5463.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 49.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.7g	0%
Total Sugars 22.6g
Protein 176.3g	0%

Vitamin D 17.4IU	0%
Calcium 836.2mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 3618.1mg	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: 57.0%

Protein: 33.6%

Carbs: 9.4%