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BBQ-Chicken-Salad-Recipe

BBQ Chicken Salad

Recipe Author: Linsey

This BBQ Chicken Salad brings together succulent chicken thighs, fresh greens, and vibrant toppings, making it a delightful quick dinner, packed with flavor and nutrition.

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  • Prep Time 20 minutes
  • Cook Time 30 minutes
  • Yield 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup prepared bbq sauce
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp thinly sliced chives
  • 2 tbsp minced parsley
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup prepared bbq sauce
  • 1 romaine heart, shredded
  • 1/2 head green cabbage, shredded
  • 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 roma tomatoes, diced
  • 2 fresh corn on cobb, charred under broiler and kernels removed (cobbs discarded)
  • 1/4 red onion, diced
  • 1/2 jicama, peeled and diced
  • 2 green onions, sliced on bias


Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil once hot.
  2. Season chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
  3. Sear the thighs for 3 to 4 minutes, then reduce the heat to medium and flip them over.
  4. Cook for an additional 5 to 6 minutes or until they are just cooked through.
  5. Transfer the thighs to a cutting board and let them rest for about 5 minutes before chopping into bite-sized pieces.
  6. In a mixing bowl, combine chopped chicken with BBQ sauce and toss until well coated. Set aside.

Notes

You can use chicken breasts instead of thighs for a leaner option.
Customize the salad by adding your favorite vegetables for extra crunch.
For a creamy dressing, blend Greek yogurt with a bit of BBQ sauce.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 370
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 730mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 27g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Nutritional information is an estimate. The nutritional values for your final dish may vary based on measuring differences and products used.