Description
BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad is a mouthwatering dish that brings together smoky grilled chicken and a vibrant array of fresh vegetables. Perfect for summer picnics, family gatherings, or a quick weeknight dinner, this salad offers a delightful twist on traditional BBQ fare. Juicy chicken skewers are paired with crisp greens and a tangy homemade dressing, creating a colorful and nutritious meal that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare. With its adaptable ingredients, you can customize the salad to suit your tastes or whatever you have on hand. Enjoy this flavorful dish that will impress your guests and become a favorite in your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 cups BBQ sauce (divided, such as Primal Kitchen)
- 8 (6-inch) wooden skewers (pre-soaked)
- 1 cup avocado oil
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup unsweetened full fat coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh dill fronds
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 4 ears corn
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 8 cups thinly sliced romaine lettuce (from about 2 small heads)
- 6 green onions (thinly sliced, green parts only)
- 16 ounces (about 2 cups) quartered grape tomatoes
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1/4 cup loosely packed, freshly chopped cilantro leaves
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped basil
- 1 avocado (peeled, seeded, and diced into medium cubes)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and toss in a mixture of 3 tablespoons avocado oil and kosher salt. Thread onto pre-soaked wooden skewers and brush half of the BBQ sauce over them.
- Grill skewers for 5-7 minutes on each side until cooked through, basting with remaining BBQ sauce.
- For the dressing, whisk together remaining avocado oil, egg, coconut milk, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, onion powder, garlic, dill, parsley, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large bowl or platter, layer romaine lettuce and top with grilled corn kernels (cut from cobs), green onions, grape tomatoes, black beans, cilantro leaves, basil, diced avocado, and grilled chicken skewers. Drizzle with dressing before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 355g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 28g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 115mg