Craving a meal that combines the fiery kick of buffalo wings with the freshness of a crisp salad? Look no further! Our Collins Buffalo Chicken Salad is about to revolutionize your lunch or dinner routine. Imagine tender, buffalo-sauced chicken nestled on a bed of vibrant mixed greens, topped with creamy blue cheese and a drizzle of cooling ranch dressing – this isn't just a salad, it's a flavor explosion that will have you coming back for more!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1/2 cup celery, diced
- 1/2 cup blue cheese, crumbled
- Ranch dressing to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by shredding cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces using two forks or your hands.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with buffalo sauce, ensuring each piece is evenly coated and thoroughly mixed.
- Wash and chop mixed greens into bite-sized pieces, then spread them evenly across 4 serving plates as the salad base.
- Dice fresh celery into small, uniform pieces using a sharp knife, creating crisp and consistent texture.
- Distribute the buffalo-sauced chicken evenly over the mixed greens on each plate.
- Sprinkle crumbled blue cheese across the top of each salad, allowing it to create pockets of tangy flavor.
- Drizzle ranch dressing over the salad according to personal preference, ensuring even coverage.
- Optional: Garnish with additional celery pieces or a light sprinkle of extra buffalo sauce for enhanced flavor.
- Serve immediately while chicken is still warm and greens are fresh and crisp.
Tips
- For the most tender and flavorful chicken, use freshly shredded rotisserie chicken or leftover grilled chicken.
- Adjust the buffalo sauce intensity to your preference – add more for extra heat or less for a milder flavor.
- Chill your greens before assembling to keep the salad crisp and refreshing.
- For a low-carb option, swap mixed greens with crisp romaine or iceberg lettuce.
- Make the buffalo chicken ahead of time and serve slightly warm or at room temperature for maximum flavor.
- Use high-quality blue cheese for a more robust and authentic taste.
- If you want extra crunch, consider adding some toasted croutons or crispy bacon bits.
- Always serve immediately to maintain the optimal texture of the greens and warmth of the chicken.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 5g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 110mg
