Description

This easy buffalo chicken salad is made with a delicious mix of creamy ranch dressing, spicy chicken, and crunchy, fresh toppings. It's a fun, flavorful recipe that will make you re-think how tasty a salad can be (incredibly good)!

Ingredients

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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
½ cup hot sauce
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1 cup diced cucumber
1 cup shredded carrot
⅓ cup diced red onion
⅓ cup blue cheese crumbles
1 cup corn (canned or fresh)

Ranch Dressing:

1 cup plain greek yogurt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried dill
2 tablespoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon salt
1 - 3 tablespoons water, as needed

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Instructions

Slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally to make 4 thin chicken cutlets. Add chicken to ½ cup hot sauce and marinate for a minimum of 30 minutes.
Add all of the dressing ingredients to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Add water (start with 1 tablespoon) until it reaches your desired consistency.
Add the chicken (without any excess hot sauce) to a large skillet over medium high heat. Cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, until cooked through to 165°F. The sauce will brown. Move the chicken around or cover the pan if it browns excessively.
Remove the chicken from the pan and let it rest for about 10 minutes. Slice into thin strips.
Add all of the salad ingredients to a large bowl, drizzle the dressing on top and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Salad

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