BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad

In the delightful world of salads, there exists a treasure trove of recipes that are not only nutritious but also immensely satisfying. One such recipe that has captured the hearts and palates of many is the Sizzling BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad. This dish is more than just a salad; it is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that makes for a perfect meal option, especially on warm days or during casual gatherings with friends and family.

Discover the deliciousness of Sizzling BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad, a vibrant blend of smoky BBQ chicken and fresh vegetables. Perfect for casual gatherings or quick weeknight meals, this salad is both nutritious and satisfying. Featuring crunchy romaine, juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, and creamy avocado, each bite is an explosion of flavors. With the convenience of rotisserie chicken and a mouth-watering BBQ-ranch dressing, it's an easy choice for health-conscious foodies and busy families alike. Enjoy this delightful salad and elevate your meal with a burst of colorful ingredients.

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Ingredients

2 cups cooked BBQ chicken, chopped (use rotisserie for convenience)

4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 avocado, diced

1/2 red onion, thinly sliced

1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained

1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

1/4 cup BBQ sauce (for drizzling)

1/4 cup ranch dressing (or your choice of dressing)

Salt and pepper to taste

Juice of 1 lime

Instructions

Prep the Ingredients: Start by gathering all the ingredients. Chop the romaine lettuce, dice the bell pepper and avocado, slice the cherry tomatoes in half, and finely chop the red onion and cilantro.

Prepare the BBQ Chicken: If using rotisserie chicken, shred the meat and mix it with 2-3 tablespoons of BBQ sauce to coat it evenly. If making BBQ chicken from scratch, season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, grill until cooked through, and then shred and toss with BBQ sauce.

Combine the Salad Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, corn, diced red bell pepper, avocado, red onion, black beans, and cilantro.

Add the Chicken: Gently fold in the BBQ chicken, ensuring the warm chicken doesn't wilt the salad too much.

Dress the Salad: Squeeze the juice of one lime over the salad, and drizzle with ranch dressing and extra BBQ sauce. Toss everything gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are coated with the dressings.

Serve: Divide the salad mixture among bowls or plates, and top each serving with a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese. Optionally, add extra BBQ sauce or ranch on top for additional flavor.

Enjoy: Serve immediately, garnished with more cilantro if desired.

Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 minutes | 15 minutes | serves 4