Chicken Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad
A delicious, easy-to-make salad combining savory flavors of chicken, bacon, and ranch dressing, perfect for meals, picnics, or potlucks.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken Using store-bought rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Feel free to adjust the amount based on preference.
- 1/2 cup bacon pieces Crispy bacon adds a nice crunch.
- 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped For added crunch.
- 3 tbsp green onion Chopped for flavor.
- 1/3 cup mayo Can substitute with Greek yogurt for a healthier option.
- 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt For creaminess.
- 1/4 cup creamy ranch dressing Adds creaminess and flavor.
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder For seasoning.
- 1/2 tsp dill powder Adds flavor.
- 1/2 tsp onion powder For a subtle onion flavor.
- 1/2 tsp sea salt Adjust to taste.
- Dash N/A pepper To taste.
- 2-3 N/A burrito size tortillas (optional) For pinwheels.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by shredding the rotisserie chicken into small pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, bacon pieces, green onion, celery, and shredded cheddar cheese.
- In a small bowl, mix together the dressing ingredients: mayo, plain Greek yogurt, ranch dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, dill powder, sea salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until everything is well mixed.
- If you’re making pinwheels, lay out a burrito size tortilla and spread the chicken salad over it to cover.
Notes
To store, place in an airtight container in the fridge. It will last for about 3-4 days. Give it a good stir before serving again as the dressing may separate.