Description
BBQ Chicken Salad is a vibrant and satisfying dish that perfectly combines smoky grilled chicken with fresh, crunchy vegetables. This salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a delightful mix of flavors and textures. It’s perfect for summer gatherings, quick weeknight dinners, or as a nutritious meal prep option. With ingredients like juicy BBQ chicken, sweet corn, creamy avocado, and tangy ranch dressing, every bite bursts with flavor. Plus, it’s easy to customize based on your preferences! Enjoy this wholesome salad that’s packed with protein and nutrients while being incredibly delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
- 2 teaspoons BBQ seasoning
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 ears corn (husks and silk removed)
- 1 head romaine (shredded)
- 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup canned black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 avocado (halved, seeded, peeled and diced)
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Homemade ranch dressing
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine chicken with oil, BBQ seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Grill chicken in a cast iron pan for 6–8 minutes until cooked through; toss with BBQ sauce after cooking.
- Grill corn until charred; let cool and cut off kernels.
- Assemble salad: start with romaine lettuce, then layer grilled chicken, corn, tomatoes, black beans, avocado, red onion, and cheese.
- Drizzle homemade ranch dressing on top and toss gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg