BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad

Name: BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 min
Total time: 21 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped; 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained; 1 (15 ounce) can sweet corn, drained; 1 red bell pepper, chopped; 1 cup peeled, shredded jicama; 1 cup shredded carrots; 4 scallions, thinly sliced; ¼ cup chopped fresh basil; ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro; 3 limes, divided; 1 (6 ounce) package cooked chicken breast strips (such as Foster Farms®); 2 tablespoons barbeque sauce; 1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and cubed

Rating: 4.39 stars

18 Ratings
24 Reviews
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This healthy salad was adapted from one I ate at California Pizza Kitchen. The lime juice intensified by the jicama draws out the flavor of the vegetables, so an oil- or cream-based dressing is not necessary.

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Recipe Summary test

prep:

20 mins

cook:

1 min

total:

21 mins

Servings:

Yield:

6 servings

Nutrition Info

Directions

Step 1
Mix lettuce, black beans, corn, red bell pepper, jicama, carrots, scallions, basil, and cilantro together in a large bowl. Juice 2 limes and drizzle juice over salad; toss lightly.

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Step 2
Combine chicken and barbeque sauce in a microwave-safe bowl; heat in microwave until chicken is warmed through, about 45 seconds.
Step 3
Arrange chicken and avocado on top of the salad and squeeze remaining lime over salad.

Cook's Note:

I prefer the southwestern flavor for the chicken strips.

Drizzle extra BBQ sauce on top of salad if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

280 calories; protein 16.3g; carbohydrates 40.6g; fat 8.3g; cholesterol 21.3mg; sodium 580.8mg. Full Nutrition

Reviews (24)

Most helpful positive review

Matte

12/05/2014

My girlfriend said I have now ruined restaraunt chicken salads for her. Thanks for the recipe! We made a few altercations based off our preference but hey it's a salad can't do too much harm right?! Read More

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Most helpful critical review

Liz Payne

08/26/2017

The lime juice dressing really didn't add much flavor or "pizzazz" to make this salad noteworthy. I liked all the rest of the ingredients though & will be finding my own lime dressing next time. Read More

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18 Ratings

5 star values: 10
4 star values: 6
3 star values: 1
2 star values: 1
1 star values: 0

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Matte

12/05/2014

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djpcan1964

08/11/2014

I made some minor changes for what I had on hand. I used jarred roasted red peppers cucumbers instead of jicama. I tossed the lettuce with a small amount of Italian dressing the remaining ingredients I used lime juice. I made a fresh chicken breast chopped it up and mixed it with Guy Fieri's Asian BBQ sauce. My husband loved it. we will make again! Read More

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Liz Payne

08/26/2017

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Cookie52

07/20/2018

I thought it was a good recipe. It was flavorful and easy. I had to use dried Basil and fresh chicken breast sliced into tenders cooked in a pan with olive oil and added bbq sauce when the chicken was done. Slow cooked For a few more minutes and it was very good. No dressing and just the lime juice was perfect. Read More

Shanlee

08/13/2019

A lovely, fresh, and flavorful summer salad! I cubed chicken breasts and cooked in taco seasoning before tossing with the bbq sauce. I could not find jicama so used radishes instead and I forgot the basil but feel it may have been a bit out of place anyway. I also added diced pepper jack cheese which added a nice kick and topped with crushed tortilla chips. I was worried that I would miss having dressing but didn't! The lime juice was perfect and enhanced all the other fresh flavors! Will definitely make again and again! Read More

Cottontopcook

07/11/2018

Didn t see any tomatoes in the recipe ingredients but did in the picture. Since they are so good right now I had to add them. Great! Loved by all! Read More

Jasmine

01/06/2017

Super delicious and so easy to make each persons with just the ingredients they want on their salad. Read More

Anne V.

08/25/2018

Loved this!! Too much citrus for my picky eater. Used mixed lettuce. Read More

Brenda Fraser

04/11/2019

I would make a more substantial dressing. Read More

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BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad

Servings Per Recipe: 6
Calories: 279.7

% Daily Value *

protein: 33 %

carbohydrates: 13 %

dietary fiber: 51 %

sugars:

fat: 13 %

saturated fat: 8 %

cholesterol: 7 %

vitamin a iu: 148 %

niacin equivalents: 55 %

vitamin b6: 26 %

vitamin c: 104 %

folate: 51 %

calcium: 9 %

iron: 20 %

magnesium: 26 %

potassium: 25 %

sodium: 23 %

thiamin: 28 %

calories from fat:

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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Matte

12/05/2014

My girlfriend said I have now ruined restaraunt chicken salads for her. Thanks for the recipe! We made a few altercations based off our preference but hey it's a salad can't do too much harm right?!

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djpcan1964

08/11/2014

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Liz Payne

08/26/2017

The lime juice dressing really didn't add much flavor or "pizzazz" to make this salad noteworthy. I liked all the rest of the ingredients though & will be finding my own lime dressing next time.

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Cookie52