Description
BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad is a vibrant and satisfying dish that combines juicy grilled chicken with a medley of fresh veggies, all tossed in a zesty barbecue dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings or weeknight dinners, this salad offers a delightful crunch and flavor explosion in every bite. Impress your family and friends with this colorful, nutritious bowl that celebrates the joy of cooking together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup favorite BBQ sauce
- 6 cups mixed greens (romaine and spinach)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, diced
- ? cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375?F). Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Grill for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature of at least 165?F). Allow to cool slightly and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- While chicken cooks, wash and chop mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and avocado into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper.
- In a large salad bowl, layer mixed greens first, then top with chopped chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, avocado, and feta.
- Drizzle dressing over salad just before serving; toss gently to combine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 90mg