Satisfying BBQ Chicken Salad

A satisfying and fresh BBQ Chicken Salad, perfect for a healthy lunch or easy meal prep. Enjoy customizing your toppings!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Cuisine BBQ

Servings 1 serving

Calories 330 kcal

Equipment

Non-Stick Skillet
Large Bowl

Ingredients

Chicken

4 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast
salt, black pepper, and garlic powder to taste
1/4 cup sugar-free BBQ sauce plus extra for drizzling

Salad Base

3 cups chopped romaine lettuce

Toppings

1/3 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup sliced avocado
1/4 cup shredded carrots
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion optional
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Dressing

2 tablespoons light ranch dressing or homemade Greek yogurt ranch

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Season your chicken breast with a sprinkle of salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook for a few minutes on each side until it's perfectly cooked through (an internal temperature of 165°F ensures it's safe and tender). Remove it from the skillet, let it rest for 10 minutes, then cut into easy bite-sized pieces.
Coat the Chicken: In a small bowl, gently toss the cooked chicken pieces with ¼ cup of the BBQ sauce until every piece is well coated. If you prefer your BBQ chicken warm, a quick microwave session will do the trick!
Assemble Your Healthy Salad: Grab a large bowl and lay down your fresh chopped romaine lettuce as the base. Now, artfully arrange the BBQ chicken, vibrant cherry tomatoes, creamy sliced avocado, crunchy shredded carrots, optional zesty red onion, and delicious shredded cheddar cheese on top.
Finish and Serve: Drizzle generously with your favorite ranch dressing. For an extra kick, add a little more BBQ sauce if desired. Your satisfying and fresh salad is ready to be enjoyed!

Notes

This satisfying and fresh BBQ Chicken Salad is perfect for a healthy lunch or easy meal prep. Enjoy customizing your toppings!

Nutrition Information:
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 330
Total Carbs: 12g
Net Carbs: 7g
Fats: 16g
Protein: 35g