Chicken Bacon Ranch Salad
A delicious and protein-packed Chicken Bacon Ranch Salad that combines grilled chicken, crispy bacon, and fresh greens with creamy ranch dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High-Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Chicken Breast
- 4 slices Bacon
- 4 cups Lettuce (Romaine preferred)
- ½ cup Ranch Dressing
Instructions
- Season your chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Heat a grill pan over medium heat and add olive oil. Sear the chicken for about 6–7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Cook the bacon in another skillet until crispy, about 4-5 minutes per side, or bake in the oven at 400°F for 15-20 minutes.
- Chop your lettuce into bite-sized pieces while the chicken and bacon cook. Ensure to wash and dry your greens thoroughly.
- Slice the rested chicken into thin strips. In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, sliced chicken, and crispy bacon. Drizzle ranch dressing and toss until well-coated.
- Plate your salad and garnish with sliced avocado or cherry tomatoes, and enjoy!
Notes
Keep the dressing separate if making ahead of time to prevent soggy greens.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: salad, chicken bacon ranch, high protein, healthy recipes, quick meals