Costco Chicken Bake Salad (Printable format)

Fresh chicken and bacon salad with romaine, cherry tomatoes, cheeses, and creamy Caesar-style dressing.

# List of ingredients:

→ Chicken & Bacon

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
02 - 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

→ Greens & Vegetables

03 - 6 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
04 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
05 - 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced

→ Cheeses & Bread

06 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
07 - 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
08 - 1 cup croutons

→ Creamy Caesar-Style Dressing

09 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
10 - 1/4 cup sour cream
11 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
12 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
13 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
14 - 1 garlic clove, minced
15 - 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
16 - Salt and black pepper to taste

# How to make it:

01 - Whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, grated Parmesan, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until smooth. Chill or set aside.
02 - In a large bowl, mix chopped romaine lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion.
03 - Incorporate diced chicken breast, crumbled bacon, shredded mozzarella, and grated Parmesan into the greens.
04 - Drizzle the creamy Caesar-style dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
05 - Sprinkle croutons on top just before serving to preserve their crunch.
06 - Serve immediately, optionally garnished with extra grated Parmesan cheese.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Hearty and satisfying
  • Easy to prepare in under 40 minutes
02 -
  • This salad contains dairy, eggs, gluten, and fish allergens due to some ingredients.
  • For a lighter option, substitute turkey bacon and check packaged ingredients carefully.
03 -
  • Add sliced black olives or roasted corn for a twist on the classic.
  • Keep croutons separate until just before serving to avoid sogginess.
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