Creating your own BLT Chicken Salad can be done with these easy-to-follow steps:

1. Cook the Chicken: If you haven’t already, cook the chicken in a skillet over medium heat until it’s golden brown and cooked through. Allow it to cool, then dice it into bite-sized pieces.
2. Cook the Bacon: In a separate pan, cook the bacon until it’s crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble once cool.
3. Prepare the Greens: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, diced cucumber, and cherry tomatoes.
4. Add Chicken: Mix in the cooked and diced chicken to the bowl with the greens.
5. Incorporate Bacon: Add the crumbled bacon to the mixture, letting its savory flavor spread throughout.
6. Mix in Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the salad for an added layer of richness.
7. Dress the Salad: Pour the ranch dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well combined. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
8. Chill (Optional): For a refreshing touch, let the salad chill in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes before serving.
9. Serve: Transfer the salad to a serving bowl, garnish with avocado if desired, and enjoy this incredible chicken salad!