Description
BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad is a vibrant and satisfying dish that perfectly blends grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and zesty ranch dressing, making it an ideal choice for summer picnics or quick weeknight dinners. In just 30 minutes, you can prepare this delicious salad, featuring tender chicken coated in smoky barbecue sauce atop a bed of crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and a sprinkle of cheddar cheese. This customizable salad allows you to add your favorite toppings for a personalized touch. Impress your guests with this colorful medley of flavors at your next gathering or enjoy it as a nutritious meal prep option throughout the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup sliced cucumbers
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- ½ cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup ranch dressing
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill for 6-8 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- Brush grilled chicken with barbecue sauce and grill for an additional minute on each side.
- Let the chicken rest before slicing into strips.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine romaine lettuce, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and grilled chicken strips.
- Top with cheddar cheese and drizzle ranch dressing. Toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately for maximum freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 115mg