BLT Chicken Salad

This BLT Chicken Salad has all the flavors of a classic BLT, just a little lighter and fresher. Greek yogurt, crunchy veggies, crispy bacon…SO GOOD! I love it in lettuce wraps or on toast with lettuce.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Chicken salad sandwiches are easily in my top 10 favorite foods, and this BLT Chicken Salad is a new favorite. It’s an easy lunch that’s also great for meal prep.

I tested a few versions before getting it just right. It’s creamy, crunchy, savory, but still light.

A few reasons I love this one:

• Made with Greek yogurt instead of mayo
• Packed with fresh veggies
• Quick and easy to make
• Perfect for lunches, a light dinner, or meal prep

Love chicken salad? Try my Apple Cranberry Chicken Salad. Or if you’re a BLT fan, you’ll love my Bagel BLT Sandwich too.

Ingredients

• Chicken: Homemade cooked chicken breast or a store-bought rotisserie chicken, shredded. Read more about how to make shredded chicken.
• Bacon: Cooked and chopped. I like using Applegate pre-cooked bacon to keep this quick and easy.
• Tomatoes: Cherry or grape tomatoes, quartered.
• Cucumber: Diced cucumber for some fresh crunch.
• Greek Yogurt: Use plain Greek yogurt instead of mayo for a lighter, creamy base. I like FAGE.
• Lemon Juice: A little lemon juice brightens everything up.
• Garlic Powder: Adds a simple savory flavor to the dressing.
• Salt and Pepper: To bring everything together.
• Chives: Finely chopped for a little more savory flavor. You can also use green onions or finely diced red onion.

*The full ingredient list with amounts is in the recipe card below.

How to Make BLT Chicken Salad

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
2. Add the shredded chicken, bacon, tomatoes, cucumber, and chives. Gently stir until everything is evenly coated. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

3. Serve over fresh lettuce for lettuce wraps, or spoon onto your favorite bread for a sandwich.

Variations

• Use turkey instead. This recipe is perfect for leftover roasted turkey!
• Swap the bacon. Turkey bacon is a great lighter option.
• Try it with mayo. Use half Greek yogurt and half mayonnaise for a richer option.
• Add a little extra flavor. Try stirring in a little Dijon mustard or a pinch of smoked paprika.
• Mix in more veggies. Finely chopped red onion, diced red bell pepper, or celery adds even more crunch.

Serving Suggestions

Serve this in lettuce wraps or on toasted bread with crisp lettuce on top.

You can also add it to a pita, your favorite rolls, a croissant, or over a bed of greens for a simple salad.

For something lighter, scoop it up with crackers or halved mini peppers.

Make Ahead and Storage

Make Ahead: BLT chicken salad is great for making ahead of time. The flavors actually get better as it sits, so I like to prep it a few hours before serving (though it’s totally not necessary!).

To Store: Place in an airtight container and refrigerate it for up to 3 days. Just stir the leftovers before serving. 

*If it dries out slightly, stir in a spoonful of Greek yogurt.

More Sandwich Recipes

• Cranberry Turkey Salad
• Pesto Turkey Sandwich
• BLT Sliders

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