Description
A delicious and healthy BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad that combines grilled chicken with fresh vegetables and a tangy barbecue sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 cups mixed salad greens (such as romaine, spinach, and arugula)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Additional barbecue sauce for drizzling
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the chicken cubes, barbecue sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat the chicken evenly.
- Preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat. Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.
- Grill the chicken skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks. Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes before removing from skewers.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and cheddar cheese. Toss gently to mix.
- Top the salad with the grilled chicken skewers and sprinkle with fresh cilantro. Drizzle additional barbecue sauce over the top before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños to the salad.
- You can also substitute the chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein option.
- For a heartier meal, serve the salad with a side of cornbread or baked sweet potatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg