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A vibrant BBQ Chicken Salad in a large bowl with grilled chicken, avocado, and tortilla strips.

BBQ Chicken Salad

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (approx 1 lb)
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce, divided
  • 1 head Romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup sweet corn kernels
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 large avocado , diced
  • 1/2 cup tortilla strips

Method
 

  1. Grill chicken over medium-high heat until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit, brushing with 1/4 cup BBQ sauce in the final minutes.
  2. Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before dicing into 1/2-inch cubes.
  3. Combine lettuce, black beans, corn, tomatoes, and red onion in a large vessel.
  4. Whisk together ranch dressing and remaining BBQ sauce to create the dressing base.
  5. Incorporate chicken, cheese, cilantro, and avocado into the vegetable mixture.
  6. Apply dressing and toss until components are evenly coated.
  7. Top with tortilla strips and serve immediately.