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BBQ Chicken Salad Recipe

BBQ Chicken Salad Recipe

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  • Author: Jasmine
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This BBQ Chicken Salad is a delightful mix of grilled chicken, fresh veggies, and a tangy BBQ ranch dressing. It’s a perfect meal for a quick and satisfying lunch or dinner.


Ingredients

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For the BBQ Chicken Salad:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded 1/2 inch thick
  • 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons homemade barbecue sauce or prepared store-bought sauce
  • 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup canned low-sodium black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup canned Mexicorn, drained
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • Crushed tortilla chips or strips for serving
  • Chopped fresh cilantro for serving

For the BBQ Ranch Dressing:

  • 1/3 cup prepared light ranch dressing
  • 1 tablespoon homemade barbecue sauce or prepared store-bought sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill: Heat the grill to medium-high. Brush chicken with oil, season with salt and pepper, grill each side for 4-5 minutes, brushing with barbecue sauce.
  2. Make the dressing: Combine ranch dressing and barbecue sauce in a bowl.
  3. Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, mix romaine, tomatoes, beans, Mexicorn, red onion, and chicken. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat.
  4. Serve: Top with tortilla chips and cilantro. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Refrigerate leftover salad in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg