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Bacon Avocado Chicken Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette: An Incredible 7-Step Recipe


  • Author: Lauren Baker
  • Total Time: 20 minute

Ingredients

– 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 4 slices of bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled
– 1 ripe avocado, diced
– 4 cups mixed salad greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, romaine)
– ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
– ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
– Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

Making Bacon Avocado Chicken Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is simple if you follow these easy steps:

1. Cook the Chicken: Season the boneless chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Let it rest before slicing it into bite-sized pieces.

2. Prepare the Bacon: In a separate skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Once cooked, transfer it to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease and crumble it once cooled.

3. Make the Lemon Vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (if using), salt, and pepper. Adjust the taste as needed.

4. Mix the Salad Ingredients: In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese (if using).

5. Add the Chicken and Bacon: Gently fold in the sliced chicken and crumbled bacon into the salad mix, ensuring an even distribution.

6. Drizzle with Vinaigrette: Pour the lemon vinaigrette over the salad and toss lightly to combine everything. Ensure all ingredients are coated well.

7. Serve Immediately: Portion the salad onto plates or in bowls. Enjoy your Bacon Avocado Chicken Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette fresh!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15-20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 380 kcal
  • Fat: 25g
  • Protein: 30g