BBQ Chicken Peach Salad
This BBQ Chicken Peach Salad combines smoky grilled chicken with sweet peaches and a tangy dressing, creating a fresh and flavorful meal perfect for summer dining.
Equipment
- 1 grill or skillet for cooking chicken
- 1 large bowl for mixing salad
- 1 whisk for dressing
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce plus extra for brushing
- 2 ripe peaches diced
- 6 cups romaine or mixed greens chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cup sweet corn grilled or canned, drained
- 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup crispy bacon bits optional
- 1/4 cup toasted almonds or pecans optional
- 1/3 cup ranch dressing
- 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Grill or pan-sear chicken over medium heat 5 to 6 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Brush chicken with BBQ sauce during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
- Remove chicken from heat, let rest, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped greens, diced peaches, cherry tomatoes, corn, red onion, and shredded cheese.
- Whisk together ranch dressing, BBQ sauce, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add chopped BBQ chicken to the salad bowl.
- Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently to combine.
- Top with crispy bacon bits or toasted nuts if desired.
- Serve immediately for best freshness.
Notes
- Substitute peaches with nectarines or mangoes for variation.
- Grill peach slices to intensify flavor.
- Add chipotle BBQ sauce or jalapeños for a spicy kick.
- Use Greek yogurt ranch for a lighter dressing alternative.