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Buffalo Chicken Salad

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This Buffalo Chicken Salad features tender air-fried chicken marinated in spicy buffalo sauce and honey, served on a bed of fresh veggies and topped with a tangy homemade dressing. It’s the perfect mix of spicy, savory, and refreshing, ideal for a light yet satisfying meal.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving

Ingredients

  • Buffalo Chicken Marinade:
  • 1 tbsp Frank’s Red Hot Sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp ranch seasoning
  • 1 chicken breast
  • For the Salad:
  • 1 cup salad mix
  • 12 cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1/2 cucumber, chopped
  • Chopped red onion
  • Homemade Dressing:
  • 1 tbsp Frank’s Red Hot Sauce
  • 3 tbsp Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp ranch seasoning
  • 45 sprigs fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix 1 tbsp Frank’s sauce, 2 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp ranch seasoning. Place chicken breast in a zip-lock bag and pour the marinade over it. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Air-Fry the Chicken: Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Transfer marinated chicken to the basket and cook for 15 minutes, flipping halfway and basting with remaining marinade every 5 minutes. Ensure internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).
  3. Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, add salad mix, chopped cucumber, celery, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Slice cooked chicken and place on top.
  4. Make the Dressing: Mix Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, Frank’s sauce, ranch seasoning, and chopped parsley in a small bowl until well combined.
  5. Serve: Drizzle dressing over salad and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Adjust buffalo sauce and honey ratio to taste.
  • Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker version.
  • Swap Greek yogurt for sour cream in the dressing.
  • Great served in a wrap or over rice for a heartier meal.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Air-Fried
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg