Name: BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: For the Skewers:; 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks; 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite kind); 1 tbsp olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste; Skewers (wooden or metal); For the Salad:; 6 cups mixed greens (romaine, spinach, arugula, etc.); 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 cucumber, sliced; 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced; 1 avocado, diced; 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese; Optional: grilled corn, black beans; For the Dressing:; 3 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice; 1 tsp honey or maple syrup; Salt and pepper to taste

Description

This BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad is a fresh, hearty blend of smoky grilled chicken skewers served over a crisp, colorful salad base. Packed with summer flavors and perfect for meal prep or a light cookout dinner, it’s a delicious way to enjoy barbecue without the bun. Keywords: BBQ chicken salad, grilled chicken skewers, summer salad, healthy barbecue recipe

Ingredients

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For the Skewers:
1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks
1/2 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite kind)
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Skewers (wooden or metal)
For the Salad:
6 cups mixed greens (romaine, spinach, arugula, etc.)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cucumber, sliced
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1 avocado, diced
1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
Optional: grilled corn, black beans
For the Dressing:
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
1 tsp honey or maple syrup
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Toss chicken chunks with BBQ sauce, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes.
Thread chicken onto skewers and grill over medium heat for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through.
While chicken cooks, prepare the salad base by combining greens, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, avocado, and cheese in a large bowl.
Whisk together dressing ingredients in a small bowl.
Once skewers are ready, place them over the salad and drizzle with dressing.
Serve immediately with extra BBQ sauce on the side if desired.

Notes

You can make the chicken and salad separately and store them for 2–3 days for meal prep.
For a smoky touch, grill some corn and slice it off the cob for a topping.
Try using a spicy BBQ sauce or chipotle dressing for extra kick.

Nutrition

Calories: 450
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 580mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 17g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 90mg