BBQ Chicken Ranch Salad
A crowd-pleaser, this BBQ chicken ranch salad combines juicy grilled chicken, crispy bacon, and fresh veggies tossed with BBQ sauce and creamy ranch dressing, making it a perfect dish for gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken breasts Or thighs for more flavor.
- 1 cup BBQ sauce Your favorite kind.
- 4 cups Romaine lettuce Chopped, bagged if you’re in a rush.
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved.
- 4 slices Crispy bacon Turkey bacon can be used as an alternative.
- 1/2 cup Red onion Thinly sliced.
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup Ranch dressing Homemade or bottled.
Optional Add-ins
- 1 cup Corn Optional.
- 1 cup Black beans Optional.
- 1 pieces Avocado Optional.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the chicken: Coat chicken in a little oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, brush with BBQ sauce, and grill or cook in a skillet until juicy.
- Slice the cooked chicken and set aside.
- Cook the bacon until crispy and set on a plate.
- Chop the romaine lettuce and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Slice the red onion super thin.
Assembly
- In a large bowl, toss together the lettuce, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and any optional add-ins like corn or black beans.
- Top the salad with the sliced chicken, crumbled bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Drizzle with ranch dressing and additional BBQ sauce if desired.
- Toss the salad lightly and serve immediately.
Notes
Add leftover BBQ chicken for extra flavor. Avoid dressing until serving to keep the salad fresh.