Best Buffalo Chicken Salad
This Buffalo Chicken Salad is spicy, tangy, and packed with flavor! Tender buffalo chicken tossed with crisp lettuce, crunchy veggies, and a creamy dressing—it’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast shredded or chopped
- 1/4 cup buffalo sauce adjust to taste
- 4 cups romaine or mixed greens chopped
- 1 celery stalk sliced thin
- 1/2 red bell pepper diced
- 1/4 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup blue cheese or ranch dressing plus more for serving
- blue cheese crumbles or shredded cheddar optional topping
Instructions
- In a bowl, toss cooked chicken with buffalo sauce until fully coated.
- In a large salad bowl, combine chopped greens, celery, bell pepper, and shredded carrots.
- Add the buffalo chicken on top of the salad mixture.
- Drizzle with dressing and toss to combine or serve dressing on the side.
- Top with blue cheese crumbles or shredded cheddar if using. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken for a time-saving shortcut. For extra crunch, add tortilla strips or croutons. Great for wraps or meal prep bowls!