---
title: "Chicken Ranch Chicken Salad"
servings: 4
source:
  name: HelloFresh
  url: https://www.hellofresh.com/recipes/cajun-ranch-chicken-salad-638fa5df02475cb47e07295a
prep time: 10 minutes
cook time: 0 minutes
time required: 10 minutes
difficulty: easy
precooked: true
allergens:
  - Eggs
  - Milk
tags:
  - New
  - Calorie Smart
  - Carb Smart
  - Easy Cleanup
rating: 3.5
rating_count: 943
source_chef: Recipe Development Team
review_highlights:
  - theme: Flavor
    text: Many enjoyed the bold Cajun flavors, though some found it too spicy or overpowering. Consider reducing the Cajun spice for a milder taste.
  - theme: Ease of prep
    text: Customers loved how quick and easy this salad was, making it perfect for a speedy lunch.
nutrition:
  calories: 440
  protein: 31
  fat: 28
  saturated fat: 5
  carbohydrates: 18
  sugar: 9
  fiber: 4
  cholesterol: 115
  sodium: 920
image: "https://images.recipes.furrysalamander.com/Cajun%20Recipes/cajun-ranch-chicken-salad.avif"
---

Wash and dry produce. Pat @chicken breasts{18%oz} dry with @paper towels{}; dice into ½-inch pieces. Trim and discard root end from @baby lettuce{2%unit}; roughly chop into bite-size pieces. Dice @tomato{2%unit} into ½-inch pieces.

In a #medium bowl{}, combine chicken, half of one packet @buttermilk ranch dressing{6%oz} (one whole packet for 4 servings), half the @garlic powder{2%tsp}, @salt{}, and @pepper{}. Set aside.

In a #large bowl{}, combine @sour cream{3%tbsp}, @Cajun spice blend{2%tbsp}, remaining dressing, remaining garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper. Add @shredded carrots{8%oz} and the chopped lettuce and tomato; toss to coat. Taste and season with @salt{} and @pepper{} if desired.

Divide salad between bowls. Top with chicken mixture and serve.