Description
BBQ Chicken Salad is a vibrant and satisfying dish that combines smoky grilled chicken with fresh vegetables, all drizzled in homemade ranch dressing. This delightful salad is perfect for summer barbecues, quick weeknight dinners, or any occasion where you want to impress your family and friends. Packed with protein and nutrients, it offers a flavor explosion that will keep you coming back for more. Customize it with your favorite toppings or serve it as a filling main course—this salad is as versatile as it is delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 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, mix chicken, oil, BBQ seasoning, salt, and pepper. Grill the chicken on medium-high heat until cooked through (165°F), about 6-8 minutes.
- Grill corn until charred; cool before cutting off kernels.
- Assemble salad by mixing romaine, grilled chicken, corn, tomatoes, black beans, avocado, red onion, and cheese in a large bowl.
- Drizzle with ranch dressing and toss gently. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 145mg