Description
BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad is a vibrant and healthy dish that brings together the smoky flavor of grilled chicken skewers and a medley of fresh vegetables. Perfect for summer gatherings or quick weeknight dinners, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients and flavor. The tender chicken, combined with crunchy greens, juicy tomatoes, and creamy avocado, creates a satisfying meal that everyone will love. With its easy preparation and versatility, you can customize it to suit your taste or dietary needs, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons avocado oil (plus more for salad)
- 2 cups BBQ sauce
- 4 ears corn
- 8 cups romaine lettuce
- 16 ounces grape tomatoes
- 1 can black beans
- 1 avocado
- Fresh herbs (cilantro, dill, basil)
Instructions
- Preheat grill over medium heat. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and marinate with avocado oil, salt, and half of the BBQ sauce for at least 10 minutes.
- Thread chicken onto skewers. Grill for 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through, brushing with remaining BBQ sauce.
- Grill corn until charred, then cool and cut kernels off the cob.
- In a large bowl, mix romaine lettuce, green onions, tomatoes, black beans, corn kernels, avocado, and fresh herbs.
- Drizzle with dressing (mix avocado oil, egg, coconut milk, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, onion powder, garlic, dill, parsley) and toss gently.
- Serve topped with grilled chicken skewers.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg