Spicy Grilled Buffalo Chicken Salad with Creamy Dill Dressing
This Spicy Grilled Buffalo Chicken Salad combines tender, grilled chicken breasts tossed in a zesty hot sauce with a colorful medley of fresh vegetables, including crisp romaine lettuce, shredded carrots, and crunchy celery. Topped with a rich blue cheese and drizzled with a smooth buttermilk dill dressing, this salad is perfect for game day, barbecue gatherings, or a nutritious weeknight meal. The balance of heat from the buffalo sauce and the creaminess of the dressing makes every bite exciting and satisfying.
4
Servings
170
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Carrot
1 (Peeled into long ribbons)
Romaine Lettuce Hearts
2 (Leaves separated)
Celery Ribs
2 (Thinly sliced)
Milk
3/4 cup (As is)
Light Mayonnaise
1/3 cup (As is)
Fresh Dill
2 tablespoons (Snipped)
Apple Cider Vinegar
2 tablespoons (As is)
Garlic Cloves
3 (Minced)
Louisiana Hot Sauce
3 tablespoons (As is)
Honey
1 1/2 teaspoons (As is)
Chicken Breasts
4 (Boneless, skinless)
Blue Cheese
1/3 cup (Crumbled)
Instructions
1
1. Preheat your barbecue grill to medium heat. Prepare a large bowl and peel long ribbons from the carrot using a vegetable peeler, turning the carrot as you go. Add the separated romaine lettuce leaves and thinly sliced celery to the bowl.
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2. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, light mayonnaise, chopped fresh dill, apple cider vinegar, and minced garlic until smooth. Set this creamy dill dressing aside.
3
3. In a large bowl, combine the Louisiana hot sauce, honey, and melted butter (if using). Mix well to create a zesty buffalo sauce. Set aside.
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4. Lightly oil the grill grates, then place the chicken breasts on the grill. Barbecue the chicken, covered, for approximately 6 to 8 minutes per side, or until the chicken is springy to the touch and fully cooked through. Once done, transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into ½-inch thick strips.
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5. Add the sliced chicken to the buffalo sauce mixture, tossing it gently until fully coated with the spicy sauce.
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6. Drizzle the creamy dill dressing over the salad mixture and toss until the vegetables are well-coated. Top the salad with the buffalo chicken, crumbled blue cheese, and serve immediately for a delightful and satisfying meal!
Nutrition Information
8g
Fat
9.5g
Carbs
15g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is for Spicy Grilled Buffalo Chicken Salad with Creamy Dill Dressing.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 4 servings.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains 170 calories.
What is the protein content per serving?
There are 15g of protein per serving.
How much fat is in this salad?
The salad contains 8g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 9.5g of carbohydrates per serving.
What type of chicken is required for this recipe?
You need 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts.
How long should I grill the chicken breasts?
Grill the chicken for approximately 6 to 8 minutes per side.
What temperature should the grill be set to?
The grill should be preheated to medium heat.
What kind of lettuce is used in the salad?
The recipe calls for 2 romaine lettuce hearts with leaves separated.
How should the carrots be prepared?
The carrots should be peeled into long ribbons.
What ingredients are in the creamy dill dressing?
The dressing consists of milk, light mayonnaise, snipped fresh dill, apple cider vinegar, and minced garlic.
What ingredients make up the buffalo sauce?
The buffalo sauce is made from Louisiana hot sauce, honey, and optionally melted butter.
How much blue cheese is used?
The recipe uses 1/3 cup of crumbled blue cheese.
How many garlic cloves are needed?
You will need 3 minced garlic cloves.
How do I slice the celery for this salad?
The 2 celery ribs should be thinly sliced.
What kind of vinegar is used in the dressing?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar.
How much light mayonnaise is required?
You need 1/3 cup of light mayonnaise.
What kind of hot sauce is recommended?
Louisiana Hot Sauce is recommended for the buffalo chicken.
How much honey is added to the sauce?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 teaspoons of honey.
How thick should the chicken strips be sliced?
The grilled chicken should be sliced into 1/2-inch thick strips.
Should the grill be covered while cooking the chicken?
Yes, barbecue the chicken covered for even cooking.
How much milk is used in the creamy dill dressing?
The dressing requires 3/4 cup of milk.
What is the preparation for the fresh dill?
The 2 tablespoons of fresh dill should be snipped.
How many ingredients are in this recipe total?
There are 12 ingredients in this recipe.
What are some tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include salad, chicken, buffalo, grilled, spicy, healthy, meal prep, dinner, and dill dressing.
When should the dressing be added to the salad?
Drizzle the dressing over the vegetables and toss before adding the chicken and blue cheese.
How do I know when the chicken is fully cooked?
The chicken should be springy to the touch and fully cooked through after grilling.
What is the total carbohydrate count?
The carbohydrate count is 9.5g per serving.
Can this salad be served immediately?
Yes, it is best served immediately after assembly for a satisfying meal.