BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad (Printable)

Enjoy juicy BBQ chicken atop crisp greens with zesty dressing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken & Marinade

01 - 1.1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 3 tbsp BBQ sauce
04 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
05 - 0.5 tsp garlic powder
06 - 0.5 tsp salt
07 - 0.25 tsp black pepper

→ Salad

08 - 5.3 oz mixed salad greens
09 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
10 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
11 - 5.3 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
12 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
13 - 1 avocado, sliced
14 - 1 small cucumber, sliced

→ Dressing

15 - 2 tbsp olive oil
16 - 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
17 - 1 tsp honey
18 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
19 - Salt and pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Combine olive oil, BBQ sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add chicken cubes and toss to coat. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
02 - Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto skewers.
03 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high. Cook skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally and brushing with extra BBQ sauce, until cooked through and slightly charred.
04 - Arrange salad greens, bell peppers, tomatoes, onion, avocado, and cucumber in a large serving bowl while the chicken cooks.
05 - Whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
06 - Top the salad with grilled chicken skewers. Drizzle with dressing and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It is the perfect way to eat your greens without feeling like you are missing out on flavor
  • The marinade doubles as a glaze, creating a sticky, sweet, and savory crust on the chicken
02 -
  • Soaking wooden skewers for 20 minutes prevents them from turning to ash on the grill
  • Letting the chicken rest for a few minutes after grilling helps the juices redistribute so they do not run out the moment you cut in
03 -
  • If using wooden skewers, be sure to soak them thoroughly so they do not catch fire
  • Always double-check your BBQ sauce label if you need to keep the dish gluten-free

Return