Grilled Chicken BBQ Salad
Description
This vibrant dish transforms simple ingredients into a textured meal that balances smoky barbecue flavors with fresh, crisp vegetables. The chicken is tossed in a creamy, herb-infused dressing featuring yogurt and lemon, then topped with crunchy fried tortilla strips and juicy diced tomatoes. It offers a perfect mix of tender protein, cool dressing, and hot crunch, making it ideal for summer gatherings or a hearty lunch. The combination of sweet-spicy barbecue sauce and garden-fresh herbs creates a complex flavor profile that is both comforting and refreshing. Serve it family-style for a shareable, satisfying experience that feels gourmet yet remains approachable for weeknight cooking.Ingredients
Directions
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Cut corn tortillas into 1/4-inch wide strips. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet and fry the strips until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
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In a large bowl, whisk together lemon juice, 2 cloves minced garlic, thyme, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Beat in the non-fat plain yogurt until smooth to create the base dressing.
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Add the cubed cooked chicken, thinly sliced green onions, and diced celery to the yogurt dressing. Gently fold everything together until the chicken is evenly coated.
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Transfer the chicken mixture to a serving platter or individual bowls. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
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While the chicken chills, prepare the barbecue sauce mixture by combining the bottled sweet-and-spicy barbecue sauce with olive oil, 1 1/3 tablespoons minced garlic, soy sauce, and additional salt if needed.
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If grilling fresh chicken breasts, brush them with the barbecue sauce mixture and grill over medium heat for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Let rest, then cube the chicken if not using pre-cooked.
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Just before serving, gently fold the seeded and diced fresh tomatoes into the chilled chicken mixture to maintain their texture and brightness.
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Garnish the dish with the crispy fried tortilla strips and a sprinkle of minced fresh parsley and dill. Serve immediately while the tortilla strips are still crunchy.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4 servings
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 2062.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 158.4g244%
- Saturated Fat 28.0g140%
- Cholesterol 42.7mg15%
- Sodium 2450.0mg103%
- Total Carbohydrate 125.2g42%
- Dietary Fiber 11.5g46%
- Sugars 24.7g
- Protein 26.6g54%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
