Creamy BLT Chicken Salad

Name: Creamy BLT Chicken Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or cubed; 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; Salt and black pepper to taste

This salad takes all the best parts of a classic BLT sandwich and turns them into a creamy chicken salad you will love.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 American· July 20, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

10 minutes

Total

25 minutes

Serves

There is something so satisfying about combining crispy bacon with fresh tomatoes and creamy dressing. This dish is my favorite way to change up a standard lunch because it hits all those savory notes while staying light and fresh.

My top tip for this recipe is to make sure your chicken is completely cool before mixing it with the other ingredients. It keeps the lettuce crisp and the dressing perfectly thick for every single bite.

🧺 Ingredients

2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or cubed
6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and black pepper to taste

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, and halved cherry tomatoes.
2
In a small separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
3
Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir gently until everything is evenly coated.
4
Fold in the chopped romaine lettuce just before serving so it stays nice and crunchy.
5
Serve immediately or keep chilled in the refrigerator until you are ready to eat.

💡 Tips

Serve this salad inside a buttery croissant or scoop it into large lettuce leaves for a lighter meal. If you have leftovers, keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days, but try to add fresh lettuce right before serving.

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