Description
This Healthy BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad features tender chicken breast tossed in tangy BBQ sauce combined with fresh romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, black beans, creamy avocado, and sharp cheddar. Finished with a light Greek yogurt ranch dressing, it’s a nutritious, colorful, and protein-packed meal ideal for a quick lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped
- 1/3 cup BBQ sauce
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
For the Dressing
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp ranch seasoning
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Toss the chopped cooked chicken breast with BBQ sauce in a bowl until the chicken is evenly coated, ensuring every bite is flavorful.
- Assemble the salad base: In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, corn kernels, black beans, diced avocado, finely diced red onion, and shredded cheddar cheese, mixing gently to distribute ingredients.
- Add BBQ chicken: Place the BBQ-coated chicken on top of the layered salad ingredients for vibrant presentation and flavor layering.
- Make the dressing: Whisk together Greek yogurt, ranch seasoning, and water in a small bowl until smooth and creamy, adjusting water to achieve a desired dressing consistency.
- Toss and serve: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all elements just before serving for a fresh, hearty meal.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick and convenient protein option.
- Add tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips for extra crunch and texture.
- Store the dressing separately if preparing the salad ahead of time to keep ingredients fresh and crisp.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
