Blt Barbecue Chicken Salad
Dive into the bold flavors of a BLT Barbecue Chicken Salad, where smoky barbecue-glazed grilled chicken meets the classic crunch of a BLT. This hearty salad starts with a crisp bed of romaine lettuce, topped with juicy cherry tomatoes, savory crumbled bacon, and a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese. Grilled chicken breasts, brushed with tangy barbecue sauce and caramelized to perfection, take center stage. Finished with a drizzle of creamy ranch dressing and a pop of fresh green onions, this dish offers the perfect balance of smoky, savory, and tangy flavors in every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for an easy weeknight dinner or a summer cookout. Keywords: BLT barbecue chicken salad, grilled chicken salad, bacon salad recipe, BBQ chicken recipe, salad with ranch dressing.
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken breasts
- 0.5 cup Barbecue sauce
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 6 slices Cooked bacon
- 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup Ranch dressing
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 stalks Green onions
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat.
Step 2
Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and black pepper on both sides.
Step 3
Grill the chicken for 6–8 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Step 4
Brush the chicken with barbecue sauce during the last few minutes of grilling, ensuring it’s well-coated and slightly caramelized. Set aside to cool for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
Step 5
Wash and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it into a large salad bowl.
Step 6
Halve the cherry tomatoes and crumble the cooked bacon slices into small pieces. Add them to the salad bowl.
Step 7
Slice the green onions thinly and sprinkle them into the salad along with the shredded cheddar cheese.
Step 8
Top the salad with the grilled barbecue chicken strips.
Step 9
Drizzle the ranch dressing over the salad right before serving, or serve the dressing on the side for guests to add as desired.
Step 10
Gently toss the salad if you prefer it mixed, or serve as is for a layered presentation.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1457.7 grams (1457.7g) |
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| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1679 |
| Total Fat 90.70g | 116% |
| Saturated Fat 23.90g | 119% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g | |
| Cholesterol 386mg | 129% |
| Sodium 4341mg | 189% |
| Total Carbohydrate 87.50g | 32% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.90g | 43% |
| Total Sugars 58.40g | |
| Protein 136.20g | 272% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 822mg | 63% |
| Iron 10mg | 54% |
| Potassium 1930mg | 41% |
Source of Calories