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Keto Chicken Bacon Salad

A Deliciously Satisfying Keto Chicken Salad with Bacon

4servings
25 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Keto Chicken Bacon Salad

About this recipe

This keto chicken bacon salad is a perfect combination of savory chicken and crispy bacon atop a bed of fresh greens. With the richness of feta cheese and a tangy homemade dressing, it’s ideal for those adhering to a keto diet. Quick to prepare in under 30 minutes, it makes for a satisfying lunch or dinner that’s high in protein and healthy fats.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 4 cups mixed greens
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and feta cheese.

  3. 3

    In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.

  4. 4

    Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss to mix evenly.

  5. 5

    Divide the salad among serving plates.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately and enjoy your nutritious meal.

Chef's tip

Ensure the bacon is thoroughly crumbled and the salad is tossed right before serving to maintain texture and freshness.

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