Description
Enjoy a vibrant BBQ Chicken Salad, packed with smoky shredded chicken and fresh vegetables—a healthy meal treat perfect for any occasion. This easy BBQ chicken salad recipe offers customizable options and is ideal for meal prep.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups Shredded BBQ Chicken (use rotisserie chicken to save time)
- 4 cups Crisp Lettuce (any salad mix can be substituted)
- 1 cup Juicy Tomatoes (use cherry or grape varieties for sweetness)
- 1 cup Corn (can substitute with grilled corn for a smoky taste)
- 1 can Black Beans (rinsed canned beans provide protein)
- 1 cup Cheese (any cheese like cheddar or mozzarella works well)
- 1/2 cup Ranch or BBQ Dressing (choose your favorite for added flavor)
Instructions
- Shred the BBQ chicken in a large bowl and mix with your favorite BBQ sauce until well-coated.
- In a separate bowl, combine chopped crisp lettuce, diced tomatoes, sweet corn, and rinsed black beans. Toss gently.
- Add the shredded BBQ chicken on top of the vegetable mixture.
- Generously sprinkle your choice of cheese over the salad.
- Drizzle ranch or BBQ dressing over the salad just before serving.
- Gently toss all ingredients together until nicely combined and serve immediately.
Notes
- Add sliced avocado on top for a creamy twist.
- Fresh ingredients matter for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salads
- Method: Mixing and Assembling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg