Grilled Chicken Chef Salad with Creamy Black Pepper Ranch
Grilled chicken adds smoky warmth to a crisp bed of butter and iceberg lettuces, while a creamy black pepper ranch brings tang, herbs, and a gentle bite. Cheddar cubes, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and hard‑boiled eggs round out the textures for a balanced, satisfying bowl. Serve Grilled Chicken Chef Salad with Creamy Black Pepper Ranch for a hearty lunch or light dinner.
- Prep45 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Preheat a gas grill to medium heat (400 to 450 degrees F, or 200 to 230 degrees C) or heat a grill pan over medium-high; oil the grates. Pat the chicken dry and sprinkle evenly with 3/4 teaspoon salt.
- 2
Place the chicken on the preheated grill and cook, turning occasionally, until a thermometer in the thickest part reads 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 15 minutes. Move to a cutting board and let rest for 10 minutes before chopping.
- 3
While the chicken rests, stir together the buttermilk, mayonnaise, sour cream, chives, parsley, dill, black pepper, garlic, and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl.
- 4
Toss the butter lettuce and iceberg in a large bowl or on a platter. Arrange the chicken, cucumber, cheese, tomatoes, avocado, and eggs over the lettuce. Drizzle with 1/2 of the dressing. Serve with the remaining dressing on the side.
- Calories 536.95 kcal High
- Protein 47.61 g Good Source
- Carbs 22.32 g Moderate
- Total Fat 29.46 g High
- Saturated Fat 8.19 g High
- Trans Fat 0.07 g High
- Cholesterol 260.88 mg High
- Sodium 1219.92 mg High
- Fiber 8.27 g Good Source
- Sugar 9.96 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.14 g Low Source
- Calcium 292.88 mg Good Source
- Iron 4.31 mg Good Source
- Potassium 1108.94 mg Good Source
- Vitamin A 388.74 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 31.22 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.21 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Grilled Chicken Chef Salad with Creamy Black Pepper Ranch is an American dinner recipe made with 17 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Avocado, Black Pepper, Butter Lettuce, and Buttermilk. Each serving provides about 536.95 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Grilled Chicken Chef Salad with Creamy Black Pepper Ranch?
- It is an American salad recipe made with 17 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Grilled Chicken Chef Salad with Creamy Black Pepper Ranch made of?
- The main ingredients are Avocado, Black Pepper, Butter Lettuce, Buttermilk, Cheddar Cheese Cubes. The full list of 17 is above.
- What goes well with Grilled Chicken Chef Salad with Creamy Black Pepper Ranch?
- Explore these American side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Grilled Chicken Chef Salad with Creamy Black Pepper Ranch?
- About 1 hr in total: 45 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 536.95 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Grilled Chicken Chef Salad with Creamy Black Pepper Ranch easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 17 ingredients and 4 steps.
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