Grilled Buffalo Chicken Salad Recipe

Craving buffalo wings but want a healthier, lighter option? This Grilled Buffalo Chicken Salad delivers all the bold, tangy buffalo flavor you love with significantly less fat! Inspired by Chatelaine Magazine, this recipe is quick, easy, and bursting with fresh ingredients. Grill juicy chicken breast, toss it in a homemade buffalo sauce, and serve over a bed of crisp greens. Get ready for a guilt-free flavor explosion!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 405.9 kcal
Protein 67g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Grilled Buffalo Chicken Salad

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Grilled Buffalo Chicken Salad

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How to Make Grilled Buffalo Chicken Salad

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup hot sauce, 2 tablespoons melted butter, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon onion powder. Set aside.
  3. Season both sides of 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound total) with salt and pepper.
  4. Grill chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Then, slice or shred the chicken.
  6. Toss the sliced/shredded chicken with the buffalo sauce until evenly coated.
  7. In a large bowl, combine 5 cups mixed greens, 1/2 cup chopped celery, 1/2 cup chopped red onion, and 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional).
  8. Add the buffalo chicken to the salad.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy and delicious buffalo chicken salad!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

36 g

Sugar

33g

Fat

36g

Carbs

6g