Chicken Ranch Salad Cucumber Boats
Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad Cucumber Boats are the perfect blend of refreshing and satisfying, making them an ideal snack or light lunch option. These delightful cucumber boats feature a creamy chicken salad made with tender chicken, zesty spices, and a hint of tang from apple cider vinegar. Nestled in crisp cucumbers, they’re not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor and nutrition. Perfect for picnics, family gatherings, or meal prep, these tasty bites will impress everyone at the table. Enjoy this quick recipe that comes together in just 30 minutes!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 teaspoons avocado oil
- 15 ounces canned chicken, drained
- 6 tablespoons sour cream
- ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 4 cucumbers
Instructions
- In a pan over medium heat, add avocado oil and warm the canned chicken for about one minute. Stir in dill and garlic powder until fragrant.
- Transfer chicken to a bowl and mix in sour cream until smooth. Add cheddar cheese and apple cider vinegar; combine well.
- Chill the mixture for 15 minutes to meld flavors.
- Slice cucumbers in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds. Fill each cucumber boat with the chilled chicken salad.
- Season with flaky sea salt and freshly cracked pepper before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cucumber boat (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg