Description
BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad is a colorful and flavorful dish that brings the essence of summer to your dining table. Juicy, marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection are nestled atop a vibrant mix of fresh greens and crunchy vegetables, all finished with a drizzle of tangy BBQ sauce. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or weeknight dinners, this salad promises a delicious blend of smoky and fresh flavors that will delight your taste buds and impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 medium red onion, cut into chunks
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 6 cups mixed lettuce (romaine and spinach)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and marinate in a mixture of olive oil, BBQ sauce, salt, pepper, and garlic powder for at least 30 minutes.
- Chop bell peppers and red onion; rinse cherry tomatoes.
- Assemble skewers by alternating chicken and vegetables.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400°F) and grill skewers for 10-12 minutes until charred on all sides.
- Wash and dry lettuce mix; arrange it on plates.
- Place grilled skewers on top of the salad base and drizzle with additional BBQ sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 80mg