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Cheesy Copycat Chicken Salad Chick Broccoli Salad

Cheesy Copycat Chicken Salad Chick Broccoli Salad Delight

This Cheesy Copycat Chicken Salad Chick Broccoli Salad offers a delightful blend of creamy dressing and crunchy broccoli, perfect for summer picnics.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups broccoli florets Fresh, avoid frozen.
  • 6 slices bacon Cooked and crumbled.
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese Shredded.
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese Sharp, shredded.
  • 1 medium red onion Finely diced.
  • 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup mayonnaise Hellmann's recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons vinegar Apple cider recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon pepper Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Rubber spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the broccoli by washing and cutting into small florets.
  2. Dice the onion finely and set aside.
  3. Combine mozzarella and cheddar cheese in a bowl.
  4. Cook the bacon in a skillet until crispy, then crumble.
  5. Whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  6. Add broccoli, bacon, cheeses, onion, and sunflower seeds to the dressing and mix gently.
  7. Toss everything to coat and let chill for at least an hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Chill before serving to enhance flavors.

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