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BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad

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A delicious salad featuring grilled chicken skewers, vibrant vegetables, and a creamy herby dressing, perfect for warm-weather gatherings.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 cups BBQ sauce
  • 8 [6-inch] wooden skewers (pre-soaked)
  • 1 cup light-tasting oil
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup unsweetened full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup fresh dill fronds, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 4 ears corn (omit for Whole30)
  • 8 cups thinly sliced romaine lettuce
  • 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 freshly chopped cilantro leaves
  • 2 tablespoons freshly chopped basil leaves
  • 1 avocado, peeled, seed removed, and diced medium

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken: In a large bowl, combine chicken breasts with avocado oil, kosher salt, and BBQ sauce. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly. Cover and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes or up to 2 hours.
  2. Make the herby-ranch dressing: Blend together the egg, oil, coconut milk, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, kosher salt, onion powder, garlic, dill, parsley, and black pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  3. Grill the chicken: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated chicken onto the soaked skewers. Grill for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through. Remove from the grill and let rest.
  4. Make the salad: In a large serving bowl, combine the sliced romaine, corn (if using), green onions, grape tomatoes, black beans (if using), cilantro, basil, and avocado. Toss gently.
  5. Assemble: Top the salad with the grilled chicken skewers. Drizzle with dressing right before serving, or serve it on the side.

Notes

Customize your toppings and dressing to suit your taste preferences. This dish is great for meal prep and can be stored for up to 3 days.

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