Description
A delicious and healthy BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound), cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce, plus extra for drizzling
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups mixed salad greens (such as romaine, spinach, and arugula)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)
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. Marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator for best flavor.
- Preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat. Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers.
- Grill the chicken skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks. The internal temperature should reach 165°F.
- While the chicken is grilling, prepare the salad by combining the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and corn in a large bowl.
- Once the chicken is done, remove it from the skewers and let it cool slightly. Add the chicken to the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Drizzle additional barbecue sauce over the salad and sprinkle with cheddar cheese if desired. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a smoky flavor, try adding some grilled bell peppers or zucchini to the salad.
- You can also substitute the barbecue sauce with a spicy sauce for a kick.
- For a vegetarian option, replace the chicken with grilled tofu or tempeh marinated in the same barbecue sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg