Satisfying BLT Chicken Salad Meal Prep

Satisfying BLT Chicken Salad Meal Prep is a flavorful and convenient way to enjoy your favorite sandwich flavors in a make-ahead bowl, perfect for busy weeknights and lunches. This recipe delivers a creamy, satisfying meal packed with all the classic BLT elements.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 0

Total Time 15

Course: Dinner, Lunch

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced For maximum flavor, consider using rotisserie chicken.
1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter option
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt or to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper or to taste
4 slices bacon, cooked until crisp and crumbled
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered
1/2 cup romaine lettuce, finely chopped
1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
1/4 cup chopped celery Optional for extra crunch
Fresh chives or parsley Optional for garnish

Equipment

Medium-sized bowl
Smaller bowl

Method

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the shredded or diced cooked chicken breast. If you're using whole chicken breasts that you need to cook, poach or bake them until thoroughly cooked through, then allow them to cool slightly before shredding or dicing.
2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar until smooth and well combined. Season this dressing with salt and black pepper to your taste.
1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Pour the prepared dressing over the shredded or diced chicken in the larger bowl. Gently fold the ingredients together until the chicken is evenly coated with the creamy dressing.
2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
Add the crumbled crispy bacon, halved cherry tomatoes, finely chopped romaine lettuce, and finely diced red onion to the chicken mixture. If you're using optional celery, add it now for an extra layer of texture.
4 slices bacon, cooked until crisp and crumbled, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered, 1/2 cup romaine lettuce, finely chopped, 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced, 1/4 cup chopped celery
Carefully fold all the ingredients together until just combined. Be mindful not to overmix, as this can make the lettuce wilt and the tomatoes break down too much. You want to preserve the fresh textures of these components.
Taste the chicken salad and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Divide the Satisfying BLT Chicken Salad Meal Prep evenly into your chosen meal prep containers. Aim for roughly equal portions in each container to ensure consistent meal sizes throughout the week.
If desired, sprinkle fresh chives or chopped parsley over the top of each container for a burst of freshness and color.
Fresh chives or parsley
Securely seal your meal prep containers and place them in the refrigerator. This will keep the chicken salad fresh and ready to enjoy for your upcoming meals.

Notes

This chicken salad stays fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For longer storage, freeze portions for 1-2 months (texture may change). Best served chilled.