Description
A quick and healthy BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad packed with flavor and protein, ready in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup (120ml) BBQ sauce (ensure permissible ingredients)
- 1 tbsp (15ml) olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup (150g) cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup (150g) cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup (50g) red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup (160g) corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup (60ml) light vinaigrette dressing
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat. In a bowl, combine chicken breasts with olive oil, BBQ sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Ensure chicken is fully coated.
- Grill the Chicken: Grill chicken for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then chop or shred into bite-sized pieces.
- Prepare the Salad Base: In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and corn kernels.
- Assemble the Salad: Add the chopped BBQ chicken to the salad base. Gently toss all ingredients together.
- Add Avocado and Cilantro: Add diced avocado and chopped fresh cilantro.
- Dress the Salad: Drizzle with light vinaigrette dressing just before serving. Toss gently to combine.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy your healthy BBQ chicken chopped salad immediately.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Prep ingredients in advance and store separately.
- Substitutions: Use grilled tofu for a vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: healthy, bbq chicken, chopped salad, easy, quick, grill, recipe
