Chicken and Bacon Salad with Mayonnaise Sauce Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and diced
- 6 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special equipment needed:
- None

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, bacon, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cheddar cheese.

2. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper until well combined.

3. Pour the mayonnaise sauce over the chicken and bacon salad and toss to coat evenly.

4. Serve immediately, garnished with additional bacon and cheddar cheese if desired.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- None
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 390
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Protein: 25g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use turkey bacon instead of regular bacon.
- You can use any type of cheese you prefer.

Variations:
- Add avocado or hard-boiled eggs for extra protein.
- Use a different type of dressing, such as ranch or balsamic vinaigrette.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to cook the chicken and bacon thoroughly before adding them to the salad.
- You can cook the chicken and bacon ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- To make the salad more filling, add some croutons or nuts.

Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Reheating instructions:
- None

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the salad in a large bowl or on individual plates.

Garnishes:
- Additional bacon and cheddar cheese

Pairings:
- Serve with a side of bread or crackers.

Suggested side dishes:
- Soup or sandwich

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the salad is too dry, add more mayonnaise sauce.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the chicken and bacon to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure they are safe to eat.

Food history:
- None

Flavor profiles:
- Savory, salty, and slightly sweet.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a main dish or as a side dish.

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