Buffalo Chicken Salad

Buffalo Chicken Salad

Healthy Fact of the Day

Grilled chicken is a lean protein source, while buffalo sauce adds bold flavor with minimal calories. For a lighter option, use Greek yogurt-based ranch dressing and swap olive oil for an air fryer or baking method to cut down on extra fat while keeping the chicken juicy and flavorful.

March 11, 2025

Buffalo Chicken Salad

Buffalo Chicken Salad

Recipe by Daily Disher

<br><br>Zesty and refreshing Buffalo Chicken Salad—tender buffalo-spiced chicken atop crisp greens, cucumbers, and cherry tomatoes, drizzled with creamy ranch for the perfect balance of heat and coolness.

Course: Salad

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Cuisine: American

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Difficulty: Easy

Servings

4

Prep time

15 minutes

Cooking time

20 minutes

Calories

350 kcal

35 minutes


Ingredients

1 lb chicken breast

¼ cup buffalo sauce

1 tbsp olive oil

8 cups mixed salad greens

1 cucumber, sliced

½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved

¼ cup carrot, grated

¼ cup ranch dressing


Directions

1.

Preheat grill to medium heat for cooking chicken, this will take around 5 to 10 minutes to reach the desired temperature.

2.

Rub chicken breasts with olive oil and season with salt and pepper before placing on the preheated grill surface.

3.

Grill chicken for approximately 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked thoroughly and reaching 165°F internal temperature.

4.

Once cooked, remove chicken from grill and let it cool slightly, then slice into thin strips suitable for the salad.

5.

In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced chicken with buffalo sauce and gently toss until well coated and flavors blend.

6.

Arrange mixed salad greens on a serving platter, then evenly distribute cucumber, tomatoes, and grated carrot on top.

7.

Place the buffalo chicken strips over the salad, ensuring even distribution for taste and presentation.

8.

Drizzle ranch dressing over the salad, or serve on the side, to allow guests to customize their portion as desired.


Nutrition Facts

Total number of serves:

4 servings

Calories:

350kcal

Cholesterol:

0mg

Sodium:

620mg

Potassium:

400mg

Sugar:

8g

Protein:

6g

Calcium:

60mg

Iron:

2mg

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This Buffalo Chicken Salad brings together the best of both worlds—the bold, spicy kick of buffalo sauce with the fresh, crisp satisfaction of a hearty salad. Tender chicken is tossed in tangy buffalo sauce and served over a bed of crisp greens, cucumbers, and cherry tomatoes, then finished with a cooling ranch drizzle. It’s a protein-packed meal that proves healthy eating can be full of flavor and excitement.

If you love this combination of spicy and fresh, you’ll also enjoy our Asian Chicken Crunch Salad for another protein-packed salad with bold flavors. For more buffalo-inspired dishes, try our Jalapeño Popper Chicken Salad or Doritos Taco Salad—both deliver that same satisfying crunch and zesty appeal.

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