Grilled Chicken & Bacon Cucumber BLT Salad
A light, creamy, and flavor-packed twist on the classic BLT this salad brings together grilled chicken, crispy bacon, fresh cucumber, and juicy tomatoes in one refreshing, protein-rich bite.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1 English cucumber thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 4 cups chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce
- ¼ small red onion thinly sliced (optional)
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- Freshly ground black pepper for garnish
Instructions
- Season and grill the chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until golden and fully done, then let it rest before slicing.
- Cook the bacon until crispy, drain excess grease, and chop into small pieces.
- In a large bowl, toss together chopped lettuce, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and most of the bacon.
- Add the grilled chicken and ranch dressing, then gently toss to combine.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra bacon, cucumber, or fresh herbs for a refreshing crunch.