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BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad

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A vibrant dish that perfectly balances the smokiness of BBQ with the freshness of a summer salad featuring juicy grilled chicken and crunchy greens.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 cups BBQ sauce
  • 8 (6-inch) wooden skewers (pre-soaked)
  • 1 cup light tasting oil (e.g. olive oil)
  • 1 egg
  • 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 minced garlic
  • ¼ cup finely chopped fresh dill fronds
  • ¼ cup finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 4 ears corn (omit for Whole30)
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil (for corn)
  • 8 cups thinly sliced romaine lettuce (or 2 small heads)
  • 6 green onions (thinly sliced, green part only)
  • 2 cups quartered grape tomatoes
  • 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. Marinate the chicken by combining the chicken breasts, avocado oil, kosher salt, and BBQ sauce in a large bowl. Cover and let marinate for at least 30 minutes, ideally up to 2 hours.
  2. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Prepare the skewers by threading marinated chicken pieces onto the pre-soaked wooden skewers, spacing them out slightly.
  4. Grill the chicken skewers for about 6-8 minutes on each side, basting with extra BBQ sauce until fully cooked.
  5. Prepare the corn (if using) by grilling the kernels after coating them with avocado oil, salt, and pepper for about 10-12 minutes.
  6. Make the dressing in a separate bowl by whisking together the egg, coconut milk, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, onion powder, minced garlic, dill, parsley, salt, and black pepper.
  7. Assemble the salad by tossing together the romaine lettuce, green onions, grape tomatoes, black beans (if using), corn, cilantro, and basil in a large bowl.
  8. Serve by plating the salad, topping it with grilled chicken skewers, and drizzling with the dressing. Add diced avocado just before serving.

Notes

Serve in colorful bowls garnished with fresh herbs for an appealing presentation.

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Keywords: BBQ, Chicken, Salad, Grilled, Summer Recipe

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