On bust summer days, I reach for this easy make ahead keto chicken salad recipe for outdoor events with my son. It’s not only easy to make, but very filling! Serve with keto bread, low carb tortillas, cheese crisps, peppers and more!
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Best ingredients for keto chicken salad
- chicken, chopped– you may use chicken breasts or thighs. I like to use leftover rotisserie chicken because it’s perfectly tender.
- bacon, cooked & crumbled– you can use leftover bacon or turkey bacon
- avocados, diced– I typically do this last as avocados brown easily. You may also use pre-made guacamole.
- cheddar cheese, shredded
- scallions, sliced thinly– to keep scallions fresh, place them in a jar of water.
- celery, diced– for adding the perfect crunch
- Caesar dressing – if keto, I recommend a yogurt-based dressing)
- salt– to preference
- ground black pepper– to preference
- optional, bread– If keto, I recommend Sola brand bread or low carb tortillas
Is chicken salad keto?
Traditional chicken salad, made with grapes and other add-ins is higher in carbs. I opted for a thick and hearty chicken salad made with bacon and avocado for this recipe.
gather ingredients 
add to a large bowl 
add dressing 
+cheese and stir 
serve with cheese crisps or keto bread
How to make keto chicken salad
- Combine the chicken, bacon, avocados, scallions, and celery in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the Caesar dressing, salt, and pepper and pour over the vegetables. Toss to coat all of the vegetables in the dressing.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese and stir to combine.
Recipe Tips for low carb chicken salad
You can easily make this recipe Keto by using a Keto-friendly Caesar dressing or dressing of your choice. Ranch is amazing with this recipe.
Save the hassle of having to cook the chicken and use any leftover chicken you already have or buy a rotisserie style chicken and chop that.
If making this salad ahead of time, wait to add the avocado until just before serving to prevent it from turning brown.
Add-ins for keto chicken salad
Feel free to make this recipe your own and switch out ingredients to suit you!
Some of my favorite low carb add-ins include: mushrooms, peppers, hummus, carrot sticks, chopped broccoli and lettuce.
FAQ
How do I store the Chicken, Bacon, and Avocado Salad?
You can store any leftover salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Can I eat these warm or cold?
Cold. This is best served chilled and is the perfect refreshing salad for a hot summer day!
What do I serve with this if I’m doing a strict keto diet?
Serve with cheese crisps, pork rinds, or peppers if you’re on the keto diet. Otherwise, serve with low carb bread or tortillas.
Keto Chicken Salad
Ingredients
- 3 cups chicken chopped
- 12 oz package of bacon cooked and crumbled
- 2 avocados diced
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 3 scallions sliced thinly
- 2 celery stalks diced
- ½ cup Caesar dressing
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- Combine the chicken, bacon, avocados, scallions, and celery in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the Caesar dressing, salt, and pepper and pour over the vegetables. Toss to coat all of the vegetables in the dressing.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese and stir to combine.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Nutrition
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