Dinner for 2
Ranch Chicken Salad
$5.91for 415 minServes 2
Shredded chicken mixes with a cool buttermilk ranch dressing made with mayonnaise, herbs, and mild seasonings.

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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buttermilk, 4.25 oz$0.05/oz typical | 4.25 oz | $0.21Typical price | |
| Mint, a little$1.99 each typical | a little | $0.25Typical price | |
| Chicken breast, 0.65 lb$3.49/lb typical | 0.65 lb | $2.18Typical price | |
| Total for the servings shown | $2.96 | ||
Swaps
- Swap chicken breast for chicken thighsabout $1.20/lb less at typical prices
Pantry staples you likely have
Mustard, mayo, ketchupSalt and pepperDried spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano)Dried herbs, spices and seasoning blends
Not included in the cost.
- 15 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 2servings (the source says 4, which counts pieces)
- $typical cost tier
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$1.48 per serving$5.91 for 4
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The amounts listed are small for a full dinner, so this price per serving is likely low. Plan on a side or a bigger portion.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup 1% buttermilk
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp fresh finely chopped chives
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp dried parsley
- 1/4 tsp dried basil
- fresh black pepper (optional)
- 2 cups shredded boneless chicken breast
Steps
- Whisk the buttermilk and mayonnaise in a medium bowl.
- Stir in the chives, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, basil, and black pepper.
- Fold the shredded chicken into the dressing.
- Check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 165 F before serving.
- Chill the salad for 5 minutes before serving.
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