Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad

A creamy, savory salad loaded with chicken, bacon, cheese, and crisp greens—perfect for lunch or a light dinner.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or cubed

• 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

• 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

• 1/4 to 1/3 cup ranch dressing (adjust to taste)

• 2 cups romaine or mixed greens, chopped

• Optional: sliced cherry tomatoes, red onion, avocado, or boiled egg for garnish

Instructions:

1. Cook and prep proteins:

   • Dice or shred cooked chicken breast.

   • Cook bacon until crispy, then crumble once cooled.

2. Assemble the salad base:

   • In a large bowl or plate, lay down a bed of chopped greens.

3. Mix the filling:

   • In a separate bowl, combine the chicken, crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar, and ranch dressing. Toss until evenly coated.

4. Assemble:

   • Spoon the creamy chicken mixture over the bed of greens.

5. Serve:

   • Garnish with extra bacon bits or cheese if desired. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes for a cooler dish.

Serving Tips:

• Serve in lettuce cups, on sandwich rolls, or inside wraps.

• Add avocado for extra creaminess.

• ️ Want a kick? Add a pinch of cayenne or hot sauce to the dressing.