Description
BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that combines juicy grilled chicken with crisp vegetables and a tangy dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings or quick weeknight dinners, this salad strikes a delightful balance of textures and tastes. With its customizable ingredients, it’s sure to become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 6 cups fresh romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, cubed
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Brush with barbecue sauce and let rest before chopping.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, avocado, and feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and lemon juice. Drizzle over salad before serving and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately with additional barbecue sauce if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling/Chopping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg