Buffalo Chicken Salad Sandwiches Recipe
This Buffalo Chicken Salad recipe is a flavorful and spicy twist on the classic chicken salad, combining shredded chicken with tangy buffalo sauce, crunchy celery, carrots, and a touch of ranch seasoning. Perfect for making delicious sandwiches or enjoying as a hearty salad topping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (using pre-cooked chicken)
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Buffalo Chicken Salad
- 2 1/2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup mild buffalo sauce
- 1/4 cup chopped celery
- 1/4 cup shredded carrots
- 1 tablespoon dry ranch seasoning
For Serving
- Ranch or blue cheese dressing
- 8 slices bread (for making sandwiches)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, add the cooked shredded chicken, mayonnaise, mild buffalo sauce, shredded carrots, chopped celery, and dry ranch seasoning. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined and evenly coated with the sauce and seasoning.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Divide the buffalo chicken salad evenly and spoon it between 8 slices of bread to create 4 sandwiches, ensuring each sandwich is generously filled.
- Add Dressings and Serve: Drizzle each sandwich with ranch or blue cheese dressing for added creaminess and flavor. Optionally, add extra buffalo sauce if you like your sandwiches spicier. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use mild buffalo sauce for a balanced spice level; adjust according to your heat preference.
- Dry ranch seasoning can be found in most grocery stores or substituted with your favorite ranch dressing mix.
- This salad works great as a sandwich filling or on its own served over greens for a low-carb option.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute bread with gluten-free bread or lettuce wraps.
Keywords: Buffalo chicken salad, chicken sandwich, buffalo sauce recipe, quick chicken salad, spicy chicken sandwich
