Garlic Lime Barbecue Chicken Salad (Printer-Friendly Version)

Juicy barbecue chicken, caramelized pineapple, and fresh greens in a vibrant garlic lime salad.

# Ingredients Needed:

→ Marinade

01 - 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for grilling
03 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
04 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
05 - 1 teaspoon chicken stock powder
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

→ Protein

08 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts

→ Salad Assembly

09 - 4 cups romaine lettuce, roughly chopped
10 - 8 ounces pineapple rings, fresh or canned in juice, drained
11 - 1 large avocado, sliced
12 - 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
13 - 2 green onions, sliced thin
14 - 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
15 - Salt, to taste

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Whisk barbecue sauce, olive oil, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, chicken stock powder, minced garlic, and fresh lime juice in a wide shallow bowl until thoroughly combined.
02 - Add chicken breasts to the marinade and toss until fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to allow flavors to infuse.
03 - Heat a large nonstick grill pan over medium heat. Brush with olive oil. Grill chicken breasts 5-7 minutes per side or until golden and cooked through, turning every two minutes for even searing. Cover pan as needed. Let cooked chicken rest, then slice crosswise.
04 - Brush grill pan with a little more oil. Grill pineapple rings in batches, 2-3 minutes per side, until caramelized and golden. Remove from heat and slice if desired.
05 - Arrange chopped romaine in a large serving bowl. Top with sliced grilled chicken, caramelized pineapple, avocado, halved grape tomatoes, green onion, and torn basil leaves. Season with salt and drizzle with reserved pan juices and a splash of olive oil if desired.

# Helpful Hints:

01 - For best flavor, let chicken marinate for at least 20 minutes, or up to 2 hours for deeper infusion.
02 - To prevent avocado from browning, sprinkle slices with fresh lime juice before adding to the salad.
03 - Leftovers are best stored with salad components and chicken kept separate to maintain freshness.

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