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Easy Grilled BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad with Creamy Ranch Dressing

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Grilled BBQ Chicken Skewers over Crisp Garden Salad with Creamy Ranch Drizzle is a fresh and flavorful dinner packed with smoky grilled chicken, crisp vegetables, creamy avocado, sweet corn, and tangy ranch dressing. Juicy BBQ chicken skewers are layered over a colorful garden salad to create the perfect balance of healthy ingredients and bold barbecue flavor. This easy grilled chicken salad recipe is ideal for quick dinners, summer cookouts, meal prep lunches, and healthy family meals that are both satisfying and refreshing.

  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cubed
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Wooden skewers, soaked in water
  • 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, toss chicken cubes with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Thread the chicken pieces onto soaked skewers.
  3. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
  4. Grill chicken skewers for 10 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked.
  5. Brush BBQ sauce onto the skewers during the last 2 to 3 minutes of grilling.
  6. In a large serving bowl, combine romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, avocado, red onion, corn, cheddar cheese, and cilantro.
  7. Arrange grilled BBQ chicken skewers over the salad mixture.
  8. Drizzle ranch dressing over the top before serving.
  9. Serve immediately while the chicken is warm and juicy.

Notes

  • Chicken thighs stay extra juicy on the grill, but chicken breasts can also be used if preferred.
  • Soaking wooden skewers helps prevent burning while grilling.
  • Add crispy tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips for extra crunch and texture.
  • Author: lily
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American