Layered Buffalo Chicken Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
7%
Layered Buffalo Chicken Salad
30 min.
16
288kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your salad game? Introducing the Layered Buffalo Chicken Salad, a delightful dish that combines the bold flavors of buffalo chicken with the freshness of crisp vegetables. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or any gathering, this gluten-free recipe serves up to 16 people, making it an ideal choice for parties or family meals.

Imagine tender, shredded rotisserie chicken tossed in a zesty blend of ranch dressing and Frank's Original cayenne pepper sauce, creating a mouthwatering base that will tantalize your taste buds. The layers of this salad are not just visually appealing; they also offer a harmonious balance of textures and flavors. Crunchy celery and vibrant carrots add a refreshing crunch, while the creamy blue cheese brings a rich, tangy element that perfectly complements the spicy chicken.

With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, this dish is as convenient as it is delicious. Whether you're hosting a game day gathering or simply looking for a satisfying meal, the Layered Buffalo Chicken Salad is sure to impress. Each serving packs a punch with 288 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence that doesn't compromise on taste. Dive into this colorful, flavorful salad and enjoy a dish that’s not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of bold flavors!

Ingredients

  • cups rotisserie chicken cut shredded
  • cup ranch dressing 
  • 0.5 cup sauce of the chicken from the turbo broiler 
  • cup celery sliced
  • oz cheese blue crumbled
  • cups the of 1 cos lettuce shredded
  • cups carrots grated peeled

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. In large bowl, toss chicken, dressing and hot sauce.
  2. In 6-quart trifle bowl or glass bowl, layer as follows: Gently transfer chicken mixture to the bowl, being careful to keep sides of bowl clean. Top with sliced celery, then half the blue cheese, focusing efforts around outside of bowl. Top with romaine, then carrots, then remaining blue cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories288kcal
Protein38.82%
Fat56.41%
Carbs4.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.61
Glycemic Load
0.63
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
8.4695652852888%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.18mg
Luteolin
0.09mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.38mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:287.72kcal
14.39%
Fat:18.08g
27.82%
Saturated Fat:5.63g
35.21%
Carbohydrates:3.44g
1.15%
Net Carbohydrates:2.58g
0.94%
Sugar:1.81g
2.01%
Cholesterol:99.7mg
33.23%
Sodium:853.23mg
37.1%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:28g
56.01%
Vitamin A:4094.44IU
81.89%
Vitamin K:39.46µg
37.58%
Phosphorus:94.28mg
9.43%
Calcium:91.69mg
9.17%
Folate:30.99µg
7.75%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.29%
Vitamin B5:0.44mg
4.45%
Potassium:149.78mg
4.28%
Selenium:2.68µg
3.83%
Fiber:0.86g
3.43%
Vitamin E:0.51mg
3.4%
Vitamin B12:0.2µg
3.31%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.28%
Zinc:0.48mg
3.22%
Manganese:0.06mg
2.99%
Magnesium:8.68mg
2.17%
Vitamin C:1.73mg
2.09%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.92%
Vitamin B3:0.38mg
1.88%
Iron:0.29mg
1.62%
Copper:0.03mg
1.25%