Description
A smoky, sweet summer salad featuring tender grilled chicken glazed with barbecue sauce, charred peaches, crisp greens, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy almonds. Perfect for light yet hearty warm-weather meals.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
2 ripe peaches
2 cups mixed salad greens
1 cup crumbled goat cheese
1/2 cup sliced almonds
1/2 cup halal barbecue sauce (no alcohol-based ingredients)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (for dressing)
1 tsp maple syrup
Salt and black pepper
Paprika (for chicken rub)
Instructions
Preheat grill to medium-high heat
Season chicken thighs with salt, black pepper, and paprika
Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until fully cooked
Brush hot chicken with barbecue sauce during last 2 minutes of cooking
Cut peaches into wedges; brush with olive oil and grill on both sides for 2-3 minutes until charred
Combine salad greens, arugula (if using), and chilled peaches in a large bowl
Add crumbled goat cheese and toasted almonds
Mix olive oil, vinegar, and maple syrup to create a tangy vinaigrette
Drizzle dressing over salad and toss to coat
Top with grilled chicken slices
Notes
Use honey or maple syrup-based barbecue sauce for halal compliance
Add cherry tomatoes or grilled onions for extra flavor
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days
Nuts-free option: Replace almonds with toasted chickpeas
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 full serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg