Description
BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad is a delightful combination of juicy grilled chicken, fresh greens, and vibrant vegetables, offering both flavor and nutrition. Perfect for picnics or quick dinners, this salad presents a stunning visual appeal and a smoky BBQ essence in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless chicken breasts, cubed
- 2 bell peppers (red, yellow, or green), chopped
- 1 red onion, chopped
- 3 tablespoons BBQ sauce
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cube the boneless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- Combine chicken, chopped bell peppers, and red onion in a bowl.
- Drizzle BBQ sauce over the mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Thread the marinated chicken and veggies onto skewers.
- Preheat the grill to medium heat and grill the skewers for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed salad greens, sliced cucumber, and halved cherry tomatoes.
- Drizzle olive oil and season with salt and pepper; toss gently.
- Arrange the salad on a serving plate and place grilled skewers on top.
- Optional: Add an extra drizzle of BBQ sauce before serving.
Notes
- If storing leftovers, keep chicken and salad separate in airtight containers.
- Refrigerate chicken for up to 3 days and consume salad within 24 hours for best taste.
- This salad pairs well with whole grain bread or wraps.
- For a flavor punch, serve with a dipping sauce or citrus vinaigrette.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg