BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad: A Juicy Twist on Homemade Flavor
A delicious and fresh take on the classic BBQ chicken skewer, served in a salad form, perfect for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 large cucumber, diced
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine chicken, olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers.
- Grill the skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through.
- While the chicken is grilling, prepare the salad by combining mixed greens, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes in a large bowl.
- Once chicken is cooked, remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before adding it to the salad.
- Drizzle barbecue sauce over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Notes
- This salad can be served warm or cold, depending on your preference.
- For added flavor, sprinkle some feta cheese on top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 14 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 15 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: BBQ, chicken, salad, skewer, summer recipes