Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsDixie's DinerBbq Chicken Salad Recipe

Bbq Chicken Salad Recipe

Inspired by Dixie's Diner
Time30m
Serves4

Fresh mixed greens, topped with strips of juicy BBQ chicken breast, crispy bacon, diced tomatoes, shredded cheddar, corn and our BBQ dressing. Served with garlic toast.

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

BBQ Dressing Ingredients

Garlic Toast Ingredients

Method

Salad Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook BBQ Chicken

    Grill or pan-fry the BBQ chicken breasts until fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Brush with BBQ sauce during the last few minutes of cooking for extra flavor.

  2. 2

    Prepare Salad Base

    In a large bowl, add the mixed greens as the base.

  3. 3

    Add Toppings

    Slice the cooked BBQ chicken into strips and add to the mixed greens. Crumble the crispy bacon and sprinkle it over the salad. Add diced tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, and corn on top.

BBQ Dressing Preparation

  1. 4

    Mix the Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Garlic Toast Preparation

  1. 5

    Prepare Garlic Butter

    In a small bowl, mix softened butter with garlic powder and parsley.

  2. 6

    Toast Bread

    Spread the garlic butter mixture on one side of each slice of bread. Toast in a skillet or oven until the bread is golden brown, about 3-5 minutes.

Serving the Salad

  1. 7

    Assemble the Salad

    Drizzle the BBQ dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine all ingredients.

  2. 8

    Serve

    Plate the salad and serve with garlic toast on the side.

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