Our Favorite Rotisserie Chicken Salad
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Favorite Rotisserie Chicken Salad, a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with fresh greens and a medley of toppings. This salad isn’t just about nourishment; it’s an experience that brings warmth and joy to your meal. The crunch of grilled corn, the sweetness of medjool dates, and the creaminess of avocado come together beautifully, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings. With a simple warm dressing that ties all the flavors together, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your tastes. Whether you’re meal prepping for a busy week ahead or entertaining guests, this salad promises to be a hit!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ears of grilled corn (approximately 1 cup)
- 12–16 ounces spring greens
- 1 rotisserie chicken (shredded)
- 1 avocado (thinly sliced)
- 6 medjool dates (pitted and chopped)
- 4 ounces goat cheese (crumbled)
- ¼ cup pickled onions
- ¼ cup sliced almonds (toasted)
Instructions
- Prepare pickled onions ahead of time for added tanginess.
- Grill corn until slightly charred; set aside.
- Chop chicken, medjool dates, and corn off the cob.
- In a large bowl, combine spring greens with salt and pepper; layer in chicken, corn, dates, goat cheese, pickled onions, and almonds.
- For the dressing, sauté garlic in reserved bacon fat until fragrant; add apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, mustard, salt, and pepper—mix well until heated through.
- Drizzle warm dressing over salad just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg