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BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad

BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad

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BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad is a delightful blend of grilled chicken and vibrant vegetables, drizzled with a zesty dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings or quick weeknight dinners, this dish is both satisfying and refreshing.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 cups BBQ sauce, divided
  • 8 (6-inch) wooden skewers, pre-soaked
  • 1 cup avocado oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh dill fronds
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 ears corn
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 8 cups thinly sliced romaine lettuce
  • 6 green onions, thinly sliced (green parts only)
  • 16 ounces quartered grape tomatoes
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1/4 cup loosely packed, freshly chopped cilantro leaves
  • 2 tablespoons freshly chopped basil
  • 1 avocado, peeled, seeded, and diced into medium cubes

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and marinate with avocado oil and kosher salt.
  2. Assemble marinated chicken onto pre-soaked skewers and brush with BBQ sauce.
  3. Grill skewers over medium heat for about 10-15 minutes until fully cooked.
  4. While grilling, cook corn until tender and remove kernels from cobs.
  5. In a large bowl, combine romaine lettuce, green onions, tomatoes, black beans, corn kernels, cilantro, basil, and diced avocado.
  6. Serve the grilled chicken skewers over the salad base and drizzle with dressing.

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