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Chicken, Bacon & New Potato Salad with Spring Herb & Buttermilk Dressing

This Chicken, Bacon & New Potato Salad is a fresh, protein-packed dish featuring tender chicken, crispy bacon, and baby potatoes tossed in a creamy buttermilk dressing with spring herbs. Perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner, it’s easy to prepare and even better when made ahead for meal prep.
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pastured chicken leftovers lunchtime salad with new potatoes, radishes and buttermilk dressing
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes

Ingredients

For the Salad:

  • 200 g cooked chicken leftover or poached, shredded
  • 200 g new potatoes halved
  • 4 slices bacon cooked until crisp, crumbled
  • 1 cup baby arugula or mixed greens
  • 2 tbsp chives chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill chopped
  • ¼ cup radishes thinly sliced

For the Buttermilk Dressing:

  • ¼ cup buttermilk
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 small clove garlic minced
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • Cook the potatoes: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the halved new potatoes and cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.
  • Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, potatoes, crumbled bacon, arugula, radishes, and fresh herbs.
  • Drizzle with the buttermilk dressing and gently toss to coat.
  • Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to a day for flavors to develop further.

Notes

  • Meal-prep friendly: This salad can be stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours. If making ahead, store the dressing separately and toss before serving.
  • Protein boost: Add a sliced boiled egg or an extra serving of chicken.
  • Herb variations: Try parsley or tarragon instead of dill for a different flavor profile.
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Nutrition

Calories: 532kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 11g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 89mg | Sodium: 1374mg | Potassium: 778mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 574IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 86mg | Iron: 2mg
Servings: 2
Calories: 532kcal