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BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad

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BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad is a hearty, fresh meal featuring smoky grilled chicken skewers over crisp greens, colorful veggies, and a tangy BBQ-infused dressing. It’s perfect for easy dinners or summer cookouts.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Grilled
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
  • 6–8 wooden or metal skewers
  • 6 cups mixed salad greens (romaine, spinach, arugula)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, sliced
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or grilled)
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar or pepper jack cheese

For the dressing:

  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons extra BBQ sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lemon or lime juice
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Thread chicken pieces onto skewers and brush with BBQ sauce.
  2. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill skewers for 8–10 minutes, turning and basting with more BBQ sauce, until chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.
  3. Arrange salad greens in a large bowl or platter and top with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, corn, and cheese.
  4. Whisk together mayonnaise or Greek yogurt, BBQ sauce, lemon or lime juice, salt, and pepper to make dressing.
  5. Place hot chicken skewers on top of the salad and drizzle with dressing.
  6. Serve immediately, sliding chicken off skewers before eating.

Notes

  • Swap chicken for shrimp, tofu, or pork using the same BBQ technique.
  • Add avocado, black beans, or grilled sweet potatoes for more protein and texture.
  • Use spicy BBQ sauce or sliced jalapeños for heat.
  • Try different dressings like chipotle ranch or vinaigrette for variation.
  • Store chicken, salad, and dressing separately for freshness when making ahead.

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