Buffalo Chopped Chicken Salad

Buffalo Chopped Chicken Salad is a spicy and hearty salad that’s great for a satisfying meal. Here’s a simple recipe for you:

Buffalo Chopped Chicken Salad

Ingredients:

• For the Salad:
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped
  • 6 cups mixed greens (like romaine, spinach, and arugula)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup celery, diced
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)
• For the Buffalo Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup hot sauce (like Frank’s RedHot)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
• For the Dressing:
  • 1/2 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Buffalo Sauce:
   • In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
   • Stir in the hot sauce, vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
   • Mix until well combined and heated through. Set aside.
2. Prepare the Chicken:
   • Toss the chopped chicken with the prepared Buffalo sauce until well coated.
3. Assemble the Salad:
   • In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, celery, and cheddar cheese.
   • Top the salad with the Buffalo chicken.
4. Add Toppings:
   • Sprinkle with crumbled blue cheese (if using) and chopped cilantro or parsley (if using).
5. Serve:
   • Drizzle with ranch or blue cheese dressing just before serving.

Enjoy your spicy and flavorful salad!