Creamy, tangy, and packed with smoky bacon, this easy chicken salad is perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or lettuce cups! Ready in 10 minutes with irresistible flavor.
Ingredients *(Serves 4-6)*
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3 cups (450g) cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie chicken works great!)
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6 slices bacon, cooked & crumbled
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½ cup (75g) diced celery
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¼ cup (40g) diced red onion
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½ cup (120ml) ranch dressing (or Greek yogurt for a lighter version)
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2 tbsp mayonnaise
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1 tbsp fresh dill or 1 tsp dried dill
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1 tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp black pepper
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Salt to taste
(Optional add-ins: shredded cheddar, avocado, hard-boiled eggs, or hot sauce!)
Instructions
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Mix: In a large bowl, combine chicken, bacon, celery, and onion.
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Dressing: Whisk together ranch, mayo, dill, garlic powder, and pepper.
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Combine: Pour dressing over chicken mixture and toss gently. Season with salt if needed.
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Chill: Refrigerate 30+ minutes for flavors to meld (optional but recommended).
Serving Ideas
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Sandwiches: On croissants, sourdough, or toasted bread.
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Wraps: With lettuce, tomato, and avocado.
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Salad: Over greens or stuffed in tomatoes.
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Snack: With crackers or cucumber slices.
Why You’ll Love It
✅ Bold ranch flavor with smoky bacon crunch.
✅ Meal-prep friendly—keeps for 3 days in the fridge.
✅ Endlessly customizable—add your favorite veggies or cheeses!
Tips
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Extra creamy? Use ½ cup ranch + ½ cup mayo.
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Low-carb: Serve in lettuce wraps or avocado halves.
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Spicy kick: Add 1 tsp hot sauce or diced jalapeños.
Perfect for picnics, lunches, or quick dinners!