Chicken Bacon Ranch Salad (Gluten Free)

When I was in college I LOVED chicken bacon ranch pizza so this salad is a lighter version of those same combination of flavors. This chopped chicken bacon ranch salad is made with fresh greens, crispy chicken, lean turkey bacon, gluten free pasta and tossed with ranch vinaigrette dressing! Not only is it super easy to make, but it comes together in 30 minutes!

This chopped chicken bacon ranch salad is a LOADED salad. My foolproof method for a fantastic salad is having just as many toppings as greens, and this salad is exactly that. I know salads have a bad reputation, but if follow my foolproof method you can build a good one with any toppings! Trust me, no boring salads are made in my kitchen.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 10

Total Time 30

Course Dinner, lunch

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 774 kcal

Ingredients

2 cups romaine lettuce chopped
1 cup gluten-free chicken tenders chopped
2 pieces turkey bacon diced
1 cup gluten free pasta
2 tbsp low-fat shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup cucumbers diced

For the dressing:

2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbs ranch dressing
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Add the gluten-free pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente.
Once cooked, drain the pasta and rinse it with cold water to stop the cooking process and prevent sticking.
While the pasta is cooking, preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
Next, air fry the gluten-free chicken tenders and turkey bacom according to package directions.
Once cooked through, let them cool slightly and then chop them on a cutting board into small bite-sized pieces.
Wash and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
Dice the cucumbers.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked and cooled pasta, crispy bacon, chopped chicken, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped romaine lettuce, and diced cucumbers.
Top with ranch and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
For the best flavor, cover the salad and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 774kcalCarbohydrates: 98gProtein: 34gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 82mgSodium: 343mgPotassium: 617mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 4173IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Keyword gluten free

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