Description
This BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad features juicy, marinated chicken breasts grilled with colorful bell peppers, red onion, and zucchini slices. The skewers are served on a bed of fresh greens and drizzled with tangy BBQ sauce for a vibrant, protein-packed salad perfect for warm weather meals or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Marinade
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs), cut into cubes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
- 1 small zucchini, sliced into rounds
To Serve
- Fresh greens (such as lettuce, spinach, or arugula)
- Additional BBQ sauce for drizzling
- Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, BBQ sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create a flavorful marinade that will tenderize and season the chicken.
- Marinate the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into cubes and toss them in the prepared marinade until fully coated. Refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse deeply into the meat.
- Assemble the Skewers: Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto skewers alternately with pieces of red, yellow, and green bell peppers, red onion wedges, and zucchini slices to create a colorful and balanced skewer.
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, approximately 400°F. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 20 minutes beforehand to prevent burning during grilling.
- Grill the Skewers: Place the assembled skewers on the grill and cook for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally. Grill until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and develops nice grill marks on all sides.
- Serve the Salad: Arrange a bed of fresh greens on serving plates, place the grilled chicken skewers on top, and drizzle with additional BBQ sauce for extra flavor. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Soaking wooden skewers prevents them from burning on the grill.
- You can substitute chicken breasts with thighs for a juicier texture.
- Fresh greens such as spinach, arugula, or mixed lettuce work well as the salad base.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the marinade.
- Ensure chicken is cooked to a safe internal temperature of 165°F using a meat thermometer.
