This fresh, filling BBQ Chicken Salad is quick to make and a family favorite! With juicy grilled chicken, black beans, tortilla chips, and creamy ranch.
Prep time: PT10M
Cook time: PT10M
Total time: PT25M
Rating
4.89 stars (9 reviews)
Keywords
BBQ Chicken Salad, Healthy Chicken Salad Recipe
Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded 1/2 inch thick)
Preheat a grill to medium-high heat. Brush both sides of the pounded chicken breast with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill on one side for 4 minutes, flip, brush the grilled sides with barbecue sauce, then grill the other side for 3 to 4 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through. Remove to a serving plate and brush the other grilled side with barbecue sauce. Cover and let rest for 5 minutes, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl or measuring cup with a spout, stir together the ranch dressing and barbecue sauce. Taste and adjust the ratio as desired.
In a large serving bowl, combine the romaine, tomatoes, beans, Mexicorn, red onion, and chopped chicken. Drizzle the salad with dressing, then toss to lightly coat. Serve immediately, topped with crushed tortilla chips and cilantro.
Janet on 2023-09-08 (5 stars): I made this salad tonight and it was a hit. Fresh corn is in season so I added it to the grill along with a red onion halved with a spritz of olive oil and skewers of marinated chicken thighs (they cook quickly and eliminate cutting up the chicken). I used bottled BBQ for both the chicken and to the dressing which was amazing per my husband. Also my Sungold and super Sweet cherry tomatoes were just harvested from my backyard which added a wonderful sweet fresh taste. for extras I added some seeded diced Persian cucumbers, grated carrots and avocado. Great use of vegetables.
This will definitely be a hit for company dinner.
Joanna on 2023-07-20 (5 stars): This salad was fantastic. Full of flavor and so refreshing. Going to use the dressing for other salads as well!
Laura on 2023-05-13 (5 stars): Phenomenal recipe, and family loved it. I did go the lazy route and buy a rotisserie chicken instead of making my own. Added a bit of Sirracha to the dressing for an extra zip. Will definitely make again!
Victoria on 2022-12-20 (5 stars): This is a delicious salad. I have made it numerous times. I was wondering the sodium intake? Thanks
Marissa on 2018-07-15 (5 stars): I'm meal prepping this right now. Added green onions and for the lettuce did part romaine and part spinach. Can't wait for lunch tomorrow!!
