Description
BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender grilled chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, and a medley of fresh vegetables, all tossed in a tangy homemade dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings or quick weeknight dinners, this salad delivers an explosion of taste in every bite while keeping things light and healthy. Enjoy it as a main course or a side dish that will impress family and friends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)
- 1 head romaine lettuce (chopped)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cucumber (sliced thinly)
- 1/4 red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat grill or oven to medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Grill for 6-7 minutes per side or bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Let rest before slicing.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Chop the rested chicken into bite-sized pieces and add to the bowl with veggies.
- Drizzle with dressing just before serving and toss gently.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg