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BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad

BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad


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  • Author: Savannah
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4–6 servings
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad combines juicy grilled chicken skewers with a fresh, herby ranch dressing and a colorful mix of romaine, corn, tomatoes, avocado, and herbs. It’s a flavorful, protein-packed salad perfect for lunch or dinner.


Ingredients

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For the Chicken Skewers:

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 cups BBQ sauce (Primal Kitchen recommended)
  • 8 [6-inch] wooden skewers, pre-soaked

For the W30 Herby Ranch:

  • 1 cup light tasting oil (avocado or light olive oil)
  • 1 egg (omit if using store-bought mayo)
  • ½ cup unsweetened full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup finely chopped fresh dill fronds
  • ¼ cup finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper

For the Salad:

  • 4 ears corn (omit for Whole30)
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 8 cups thinly sliced romaine lettuce (or 2 small heads)
  • 6 green onions, thinly sliced (green part only)
  • 2 cups quartered grape tomatoes (16 ounces)
  • 1 [15-ounce] can black beans, drained and rinsed (omit for Whole30)
  • ¼ cup loosely packed freshly chopped cilantro leaves
  • 2 tbsp freshly chopped basil leaves
  • 1 avocado, peeled, seed removed, and diced medium


Instructions

  1. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
  2. Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized cubes. Toss with avocado oil and kosher salt.
  3. Thread chicken pieces onto pre-soaked skewers and brush with BBQ sauce.
  4. Grill skewers for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and slightly charred. Brush with more BBQ sauce if desired. Set aside to cool slightly.
  5. Prepare the W30 Herby Ranch by combining light oil, egg, coconut milk, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, kosher salt, onion powder, garlic, dill, parsley, and black pepper in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  6. For the salad, if using corn, toss corn kernels with avocado oil and grill or sauté until lightly charred. Allow to cool.
  7. In a large bowl, combine romaine lettuce, green onions, grape tomatoes, black beans (if using), cilantro, basil, avocado, and corn (if using).
  8. Remove chicken from skewers and add to the salad.
  9. Drizzle with W30 Herby Ranch dressing and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a Whole30-compliant version, omit corn and black beans.
  • Skewers can be cooked ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 2 days; reheat or serve cold.
  • Adjust the amount of BBQ sauce to taste; choose a sugar-free version for Whole30.
  • Substitute store-bought mayo for the ranch dressing to save time, omitting the egg and coconut milk if desired.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Grilling + Tossing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 115mg