Smoked Bourbon Chicken Romaine Wedge

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Smoked Bourbon Chicken Romaine Wedge

A classic American salad with a twist, featuring crispy smoked chicken, creamy bourbon dressing, and crunchy romaine lettuce. This dish is a refreshing take on a barbecue-themed salad.

šŸ½ļø Salad šŸŒ American šŸ“Š Easy ⭐ 4.8/5 (779 reviews)
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25m
Prep
šŸ”„
45m
Cook
āŒ›
70m
Total
šŸ‘„
6
Serves
šŸ”„
550
Cal/Serving

šŸ›’ Ingredients

  • 2 heads Romaine lettuce
  • 1 pound Smoked chicken
  • 1 large Red onion
  • 1 medium Cucumber
  • 1/2 cup Ranch dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Bourbon whiskey
  • 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Chives

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ³ Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1: In a large bowl, combine romaine lettuce, smoked chicken, red onion, and cucumber.

  2. 2

    Step 2: In a separate bowl, whisk together ranch dressing, bourbon whiskey, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.

  3. 3

    Step 3: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

  4. 4

    Step 4: Sprinkle chives over the top of the salad and serve immediately.

  5. 5

    Step 5: If desired, serve with additional ranch dressing on the side.

  6. 6

    Step 6: Refrigerate any leftovers for up to 24 hours.

  7. 7

    Step 7: When ready to serve, allow the salad to sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

  8. 8

    Step 8: If desired, garnish with additional chives or crumbled bacon.

  9. 9

    Step 9: Serve immediately and enjoy!

  10. 10

    Step 10: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

šŸ’” Pro Tips

To make the smoked chicken, place 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a smoker set to 225-250°F. Smoke for 2-3 hours, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

šŸ“Š Nutrition per Serving

550
Calories
40g
Protein
20g
Carbs
30g
Fat
5g
Fiber
10g
Sugar
450mg
Sodium
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