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Grilled BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad Recipe

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This Grilled BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad is a flavorful and satisfying dish featuring tender, marinated chicken grilled to perfection and served atop a fresh romaine salad with corn, tomatoes, black beans, avocado, and a tangy BBQ ranch dressing. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner or a weekend barbecue, this recipe combines smoky, sweet, and creamy flavors for a crowd-pleasing meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Marinade

  • 24 oz boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
  • 12 wooden skewers, pre-soaked

Dressing

  • 1/3 cup light ranch dressing
  • 1/3 cup BBQ sauce
  • 3 Tbsp buttermilk

Salad

  • 4 ears corn
  • 2 heads romaine, chopped or torn
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 avocado, pitted and thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: Combine the chicken cubes and 1/2 cup BBQ sauce in a large bowl or gallon-sized plastic bag. Toss gently to coat the chicken evenly. Let it marinate for at least 20 minutes at room temperature or cover and refrigerate for 4-8 hours (or up to 1-2 days) for deeper flavor infusion.
  2. Preheat the Grill and Prepare Skewers: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, about 350-400°F. While the grill is heating, thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the pre-soaked wooden skewers evenly.
  3. Grill Chicken and Corn: Place the skewers on the hot grill. Cook the chicken for 3-4 minutes initially before turning them. Baste with any reserved marinade or BBQ sauce to keep them moist and flavorful. Continue grilling and turning until the chicken is cooked through, totaling 15-18 minutes. During this time, place the ears of corn on the grill’s top grate or away from direct flame. Turn the corn every 2 minutes and grill for 10-12 minutes until nicely charred and cooked.
  4. Rest and Slice Corn: Remove the chicken skewers and corn from the grill. Allow the chicken to rest and cool for 5 minutes. Cut the kernels from the corn cobs and set aside.
  5. Prepare the Dressing: In a mason jar or small bowl, whisk or shake together the light ranch dressing, BBQ sauce, and buttermilk until well combined and creamy.
  6. Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, place the chopped or torn romaine lettuce. Toss with most of the prepared dressing to coat the leaves evenly. Add the diced tomatoes, black beans, avocado slices, and grilled corn kernels along with the remaining dressing. Toss gently to combine all ingredients. Serve the salad with the warm grilled chicken skewers placed on top.

Notes

  • Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes beforehand to prevent burning on the grill.
  • For extra smoky flavor, use a charcoal grill or add wood chips to a gas grill.
  • You can prepare the BBQ ranch dressing a day ahead and store it in the refrigerator.
  • Substitute romaine with other greens like spinach or mixed salad greens if desired.
  • For a spicier kick, add cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the marinade or dressing.

Keywords: Grilled BBQ Chicken Salad, BBQ Chicken Skewers, Grilled Salad, Healthy Chicken Salad, Summer BBQ Recipe

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