Ingredients
- 2 cooked chicken breast halves, cubed
- ¾ cup chunky blue cheese dressing
- 8 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- ½ cup finely chopped onion
- ½ cup finely chopped celery
- ¼ cup hot pepper sauce (such as Frank's RedHot®)
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon paprika
Why You'll Love Making This
This salad combines spicy buffalo chicken with creamy blue cheese for a perfect balance of flavors. It’s hearty yet fresh, making it great for a quick lunch or light dinner. The mix of textures keeps every bite interesting and satisfying.
Pro Kitchen Tips
- Use cooked chicken breast or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Adjust the buffalo sauce to your preferred heat level by adding more or less.
- Crumble the blue cheese just before serving to keep it fresh and flavorful.
- Adjust the buffalo sauce to your preferred heat level by adding more or less.
- Crumble the blue cheese just before serving to keep it fresh and flavorful.
Directions
Combin the chicken, blue cheese dressing, bacon, mayonnaise, pecans, onion, and celery in a big bowl. Then add in the hot sauce, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, salt, garlic, parsley, and paprika. Give everything a good mix until it’s all well combined. Cover the bowl and pop it in the fridge for at least an hour to let the flavors really come together. When you’re ready to serve, give it a quick stir and enjoy!
Serving Recommendations
Serve this salad chilled over a bed of crisp lettuce or alongside crunchy celery sticks. It also pairs well with toasted bread or in a sandwich for an extra filling meal.
How To Store For Later
Store the salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep any dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain freshness and prevent sogginess.
