Name: BLT Chicken Salad from the Pot
Yield: 4

BLT Chicken Salad is the best of a BLT and creamy chicken salad. Juicy tomatoes, crispy bacon, and dreamy dressing—pile it on bread, crackers, or lettuce wraps.

author’s note

BLT Meets Chicken Salad

Chicken salad, tuna salad, and turkey sandwiches are on constant rotation at my house, but It is satisfying to switching up the flavors to keep things interesting.

Merging a reliable chicken salad with a BLT was a no-brainer, and it’s been a huge hit! The other Saturday, we had a house full of the kids’ friends, and after one bite, they all agreed—this is the best chicken salad ever!

Ingredients

What You’ll Need to Make BLT Chicken Salad:

Mayo & Sour Cream: Light sour cream works, but use good mayo!
Garlic & Onion Powder: Add flavor with zero chopping.
Salt, Pepper, & Lemon Juice: Brings out the flavors and adds brightness.
Dijon Mustard: Adds a little kick and helps thicken the dressing.
Rotisserie Chicken: Juicy and tender. Dark meat stays moist and has the most flavor.
Cherry Tomatoes: Dice small so they mix evenly into the salad.
Celery & Red Onion/Chives: Add crunch and flavor. Chives are milder.
Bacon: Best part of BLT Chicken Salad! Use microwave bacon or bake it—just cook until extra crisp.

Quick Tip

If you’re sensitive to the flavor of red onion, soak the diced onions in a bowl of cold water for 5–10 minutes before draining well and adding.

chelsea’s recipe tip

Ways To Serve BLT Chicken Salad

Sandwich: Pile it onto toasted bread, croissants, or a bagel.
Wrap: Roll it up in a tortilla with lettuce.
Lettuce Boats: Spoon into lettuce boats for a low-carb option.
Crackers: Serve with Ritz, wheat crackers, or pita chips for snacking.
Stuffed Avocado: Scoop into halved avocados.

Storage

BLT Chicken Salad Leftovers?

Best Same Day: The tomatoes can get watery, and the bacon softens over time.
Fridge: If storing, keep in an airtight container for up to 1 day.
To Make Ahead: Store bacon and tomatoes separately and mix it in just before serving.
No Freezing: Mayo-based dressings don’t freeze well and can separate.