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This delightful combination of succulent BBQ Chicken Skewers paired with a bright and fresh Summer Salad brings the essence of summer dining right to your plate. Each skewer, carefully marinated and grilled to perfection, offers a smoky and savory bite that’s perfectly complemented by the tangy and herby ranch dressing. The salad, a medley of crisp greens, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, and the sweet crunch of grilled corn, is not just a side dish but a celebration of summer’s bounty.
Ingredients:
-For the Chicken Skewers:
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 tbsp avocado oil
1 tsp kosher salt
2 cups BBQ sauce (Primal Kitchen brand recommended)
8 [6-inch] wooden skewers (pre-soaked)
-For the W30 Herby Ranch:
1 cup light tasting oil (avocado oil recommended)
1 egg (omit if using store-bought mayo)
½ cup unsweetened full-fat coconut milk
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp onion powder
2 cloves minced garlic
¼ cup finely chopped fresh dill fronds
¼ cup finely chopped fresh parsley
1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
-For the Salad:
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4 ears corn (*omit for Whole30)
2 tbsp avocado oil
8 cups thinly sliced romaine lettuce
6 green onions thinly sliced (green part only)
2 cups quartered grape tomatoes
1 [15-ounce] can black beans, drained and rinsed (*omit for Whole30)
¼ cup freshly chopped cilantro leaves
2 tbsp freshly chopped basil leaves
1 avocado, peeled, seed removed, and diced
Directions:
Marinate the Chicken: Flatten chicken to ½ inch thickness, cut into cubes, and marinate with oil, salt, and BBQ sauce for 20 minutes to 8 hours.
Make the Herby Ranch: Blend oil, egg (or mayo), coconut milk, lemon juice, vinegar, and seasonings. Add herbs and refrigerate.
Grill the Chicken and Corn: Grill corn until tender and chicken skewers until cooked through, basting with BBQ sauce.
Prepare the Salad: Combine lettuce, green onions, tomatoes, black beans, cilantro, and basil. Add grilled corn and avocado. Serve with chicken skewers.
Prep Time: 25 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes | Kcal: 650 kcal | Servings: 4
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