Deborah Brady
@de_br86
Creamy Chicken Salad with Bacon and Blue Cheese
This creamy chicken salad combines tender diced chicken, crispy bacon, and fresh vegetables, all tossed in a rich blue cheese dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or as a filling for sandwiches, this salad is both satisfying and flavorful.
Details
- Cuisine:american
- Meal Type:lunch
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:14
- Views:7
Recipe Information
- Prep time25 min.
- Total time25 min.
- Servings4
Ingredients
- 2 cups
- 4 strips
- 1/2
- 1/2 cup
- 1/4 cup
- 3/4 cup
- 1/4 cup
- 2 tablespoons
- 1 tablespoon
- 1 teaspoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 1 dash
- to taste
- to taste
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Creamy Chicken Salad with Bacon and Blue Cheese.
Step 1
Start by grabbing a large mixing bowl and toss in your diced chicken, crumbled bacon, diced cucumber, sliced celery, and chopped apple.
Step 2
This colorful combination not only looks great but also brings a delightful mix of flavors and textures to your dish.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the creamy mayonnaise, tangy blue cheese, sweet onion, fragrant dried basil, zesty lemon juice, minced ginger, savory Worcestershire sauce, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Step 4
This dressing is where the magic happens, blending all those delicious flavors into a smooth, irresistible sauce.
Step 5
Once your dressing is well combined, pour it over the chicken mixture and gently toss everything together, ensuring each ingredient is beautifully coated.
Step 6
To let those flavors mingle and develop, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and pop it in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.
Step 7
This little wait will make a world of difference, allowing the ingredients to harmonize into a tasty treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
Step 8
Enjoy the anticipation as you prepare to serve this delightful dish!.