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BBQ Chicken Chopped Protein Salad

BBQ Chicken Chopped Protein Salad: Smoky 25g Protein Powerhouse – Crave This!

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A protein-packed BBQ chicken salad with fresh vegetables and a tangy BBQ ranch dressing.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts pounded 1/2 inch thick
  • 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons homemade barbecue sauce or prepared store-bought sauce
  • 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup canned low-sodium black beans rinsed and drained
  • ½ cup canned Mexicorn drained
  • ¼ cup diced red onion
  • Crushed tortilla chips or strips for serving
  • Chopped fresh cilantro for serving
  • ⅓ cup prepared light ranch dressing
  • 1 tablespoon homemade barbecue sauce or prepared store-bought sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Brush both sides of the chicken with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  3. Grill chicken for 4 minutes on one side, flip, brush with barbecue sauce, and grill for another 3-4 minutes.
  4. Remove chicken, brush with more sauce, cover, and let rest for 5 minutes before chopping.
  5. Mix ranch dressing and barbecue sauce in a small bowl.
  6. Combine romaine, tomatoes, beans, Mexicorn, red onion, and chopped chicken in a large bowl.
  7. Drizzle with dressing, toss lightly, and top with tortilla chips and cilantro.

Notes

  • Use Greek yogurt-based ranch dressing for a lighter option.
  • Adjust barbecue sauce to taste.
  • Serve immediately for best texture.
  • Author: Livia Reed
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg