Buffalo Chicken Salad Recipe
Buffalo chicken salad is the perfect combination of spicy, creamy, and crunchy. Featuring tender shredded chicken tossed in tangy buffalo sauce, this bold salad is balanced with crisp veggies and a cool ranch or blue cheese dressing. It’s a quick, flavorful meal ideal for lunch, dinner, or a game-day spread.
Ingredients List
– 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
– ⅓ cup buffalo sauce (like Frank’s RedHot)
– ½ cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
– 2 celery stalks, diced
– ½ red onion, finely chopped
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup shredded lettuce or romaine
– ½ cup shredded carrots
– Optional toppings: blue cheese crumbles, sliced avocado, chopped green onions
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with buffalo sauce. Stir until the chicken is fully coated.
Step 2: Add ranch or blue cheese dressing and mix well.
Step 3: Gently fold in celery, red onion, cherry tomatoes, shredded carrots, and lettuce. Toss until evenly combined.
Step 4: Taste and adjust with extra buffalo sauce or dressing if needed.
Step 5: Serve immediately as a salad bowl or spoon onto sandwich buns, wraps, or over baked potatoes.
Cook Time
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings
Serves 4
Nutritional Information (approx. per serving)
Calories: 320
Carbs: 6g
Protein: 28g
Fat: 20g
Storage Instructions
Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Best enjoyed cold—do not freeze.
Pairings/Suggestions
Serve with tortilla chips, toasted bread, or celery sticks. Also pairs well with a simple pasta salad or potato wedges.
Seasonal Relevance
Great for summer lunches, picnics, meal prep, or light dinners. Especially perfect for game-day snacking.
Conclusion
This easy buffalo chicken salad is loaded with bold flavor and just the right amount of heat. Quick to make and highly versatile, it’s perfect as a main dish, side, or sandwich filling. Whether you’re meal-prepping or hosting, it’s a crowd-pleasing favorite!
Buffalo Chicken Salad Recipe
4
servings10
minutes320
kcalThis buffalo chicken salad is the perfect balance of spicy, creamy, and crisp. Made with shredded chicken, hot sauce, and fresh veggies, it’s a quick and satisfying dish for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.
Ingredients
– 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
– ⅓ cup buffalo sauce (like Frank’s RedHot)
– ½ cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
– 2 celery stalks, diced
– ½ red onion, finely chopped
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup shredded lettuce or romaine
– ½ cup shredded carrots
– Optional toppings: blue cheese crumbles, sliced avocado, chopped green onions
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with buffalo sauce. Stir until the chicken is fully coated.
- Add ranch or blue cheese dressing and mix well.
- Gently fold in celery, red onion, cherry tomatoes, shredded carrots, and lettuce. Toss until evenly combined.
- Taste and adjust with extra buffalo sauce or dressing if needed.
- Serve immediately as a salad bowl or spoon onto sandwich buns, wraps, or over baked potatoes.
Recipe Video
Notes
- A spicy, creamy, and crunchy twist on classic chicken salad.
Combines buffalo chicken, fresh veggies, and tangy dressing.
Perfect for wraps, buns, bowls, or baked potato toppings.
FAQs
Q1: Can I use canned chicken?
Yes, just make sure to drain it well before mixing with the sauce and other ingredients.
Q2: How do I make it less spicy?
Use a mild buffalo sauce or mix the sauce with extra dressing to tone down the heat.
Q3: Can I make this keto-friendly?
Yes! Skip carrots and tomatoes, and serve over leafy greens or stuffed into avocados for a low-carb option.
