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A vibrant bowl of buffalo chicken salad featuring crisp greens, diced chicken coated in buffalo sauce, cherry tomatoes, red onions, and blue cheese crumbles, all drizzled with a creamy dressing. The colorful ingredients are arranged invitingly on a rustic white plate, styled with fresh herbs and a background of natural sunlight highlighting the textures and vivid colors.

Healthy Buffalo Chicken Salad for Quick Meal Prep

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A flavorful and healthy buffalo chicken salad perfect for quick meals and meal prep, combining spicy chicken, fresh greens, and creamy dressing.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
  • 1/4 cup buffalo sauce
  • 4 cups mixed greens
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, sliced
  • 1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, toss the cooked chicken with buffalo sauce until evenly coated.
  2. In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and blue cheese.
  3. Add the buffalo chicken on top of the greens.
  4. Mix Greek yogurt with lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Notes

  • Can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days for quick meal prep.
  • Adjust buffalo sauce amount for desired spice level.
  • Serve with whole-grain bread or crackers for added carbs.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Method: No-cook, assembly
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: High-Protein, Low-Carb

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 820 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 10 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg