Description
BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad is a delightful fusion of grilled chicken skewers and fresh vegetables, perfect for summer meals and gatherings. Packed with flavor and nutrients, this salad will tantalize your taste buds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into cubes
- 2 bell peppers (red and yellow), cut into chunks
- 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Mixed greens for serving
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by combining olive oil, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add chicken and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Assemble the skewers by threading marinated chicken, bell peppers, onions, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes alternately onto skewers.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and grill the skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until fully cooked.
- Let skewers rest a few minutes, place mixed greens on each plate, top with skewers, drizzle with remaining marinade, and serve warm.
Notes
- Leftovers should be stored separately in an airtight container; skewers can last 3 days in the fridge.
- For extra flavor, pair with lemon vinaigrette or creamy dressing.
- This salad can be customized with other proteins or vegetarian options.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg