Description
A refreshing and satisfying handheld meal featuring classic BLT flavors with chicken and a creamy dressing, served in crisp Romaine leaves.
Ingredients
- 3 cups chopped, cooked, and cooled chicken breast
- 6 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 tablespoons finely sliced green onions
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- 1 1/2 cups halved grape tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1 medium avocado, firm but ripe, diced
- 1/4 cup mayo
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1/2 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- Romaine lettuce leaves for serving
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by gathering all ingredients and prepping the vegetables.
- Chop the chicken evenly.
- Combine the chicken and crumbled bacon in a large bowl.
- Add the green onions, parsley, grape tomatoes, and celery.
- Mix well, then gently fold in the diced avocado.
- In a separate bowl, mix mayo, lemon juice, and Greek yogurt until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Spoon the mixture into Romaine lettuce leaves and serve.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, replace bacon with smoked tempeh or mushrooms. Make the salad ahead of time and store separately to keep lettuce crisp.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American