Lighter Buffalo Chicken Salads

Health score
27%
Lighter Buffalo Chicken Salads
40 min.
2
656kcal

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Are you ready to spice up your lunch or dinner with a deliciously lighter twist on a classic favorite? Our Lighter Buffalo Chicken Salads are not only packed with flavor but also offer a healthier alternative to traditional buffalo chicken dishes. With a perfect balance of protein, healthy fats, and fresh vegetables, this recipe is designed to satisfy your cravings without the guilt.

Imagine tender, juicy chicken breast coated in zesty buffalo wing sauce, served atop a bed of crisp romaine lettuce and vibrant veggies like carrots, celery, and grape tomatoes. The addition of homemade croutons adds a delightful crunch, while a creamy yogurt-based dressing brings everything together in a harmonious blend of flavors. Each bite is a burst of taste that will leave you feeling energized and satisfied.

Ready in just 40 minutes and serving two, this salad is perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner. Whether you're hosting friends or simply treating yourself, this dish is sure to impress. Plus, with only 656 calories per serving, you can indulge in the bold flavors of buffalo chicken without compromising your health goals. So grab your apron and get ready to whip up a meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • tablespoons cheese blue crumbled
  • tablespoons sauce of the chicken from the turbo broiler plus more for serving
  • 0.3 cup carrots thinly sliced
  • 0.3 cup celery thinly sliced
  •  chicken breast 
  • tablespoon chives 
  • 0.5 clove garlic grated
  • 10  grape tomatoes halved
  • tablespoons milk low-fat
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.3 cup greek yogurt plain
  • cups the of 1 cos lettuce chopped
  • cups bread crumbs cubed
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • pinch salt 
  •  spring onion thinly sliced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. In a bowl combine the bread cubes, oil, garlic, and pinch of salt. Toss to combine and spread onto a baking sheet.
  3. Bake in the oven for about 15 minutes, or until the bread is golden, stirring about halfway through.
  4. Remove from the oven and cool completely. Store croutons in an airtight container on the counter for several days.
  5. For the dressing, combine the yogurt and milk, whisk to combine. Stir in the grated garlic, chives, salt, cayenne (if using), and blue cheese crumbles. Set aside or store in the refrigerator in a lidded container until ready to use.
  6. In a skillet with about 1 tablespoon olive oil, cook the chicken with the salt and pepper until the chicken is opaque all the way through and golden on the outside. Stir in the buffalo wing sauce to coat.
  7. Divide the romaine between bowls and sprinkle over the carrots, celery, scallions, and tomatoes. Scatter the coated chicken over the tops of the salads, along with some croutons, and a drizzle of the dressing. Top with a few additional dashes of buffalo sauce if desired.
  8. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories656kcal
Protein21.49%
Fat53.79%
Carbs24.72%

Properties

Glycemic Index
141.42
Glycemic Load
1.86
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
32.588695484659%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.58mg
Apigenin
0.37mg
Luteolin
0.22mg
Isorhamnetin
0.1mg
Kaempferol
0.56mg
Myricetin
0.13mg
Quercetin
4.65mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:655.81kcal
32.79%
Fat:39.44g
60.67%
Saturated Fat:14.79g
92.41%
Carbohydrates:40.8g
13.6%
Net Carbohydrates:34.61g
12.58%
Sugar:23.27g
25.85%
Cholesterol:79.19mg
26.4%
Sodium:1237.52mg
53.81%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:35.44g
70.89%
Vitamin A:11974.3IU
239.49%
Vitamin K:158.58µg
151.03%
Vitamin B3:15.55mg
77.74%
Selenium:40.49µg
57.84%
Vitamin B6:1.07mg
53.53%
Folate:205.55µg
51.39%
Phosphorus:393.14mg
39.31%
Potassium:1183.02mg
33.8%
Vitamin C:22.59mg
27.38%
Fiber:6.19g
24.75%
Vitamin B2:0.38mg
22.58%
Vitamin B5:2.15mg
21.51%
Vitamin E:3.08mg
20.52%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.18%
Manganese:0.38mg
18.91%
Magnesium:74.83mg
18.71%
Iron:3.26mg
18.09%
Calcium:146.8mg
14.68%
Zinc:1.62mg
10.83%
Vitamin B12:0.53µg
8.87%
Copper:0.17mg
8.38%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.54%