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2 grilled BBQ chicken breasts, sliced

6 cups chopped romaine lettuce

1 ripe avocado, diced

1 cup cooked corn (fresh or canned)

1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained

1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced

1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

BBQ sauce, for drizzling

Ranch or chipotle ranch dressing, for serving

1. Grill or pan-sear chicken breasts with your favorite BBQ sauce until fully cooked. Slice and set aside.

2. In a large salad bowl, layer chopped romaine, corn, black beans, tomatoes, red onion, and avocado.

3. Top with sliced BBQ chicken and shredded cheese, if using.

4. Drizzle with more BBQ sauce and a generous spoon of ranch dressing.

5. Toss gently to combine or serve layered. Enjoy immediately!

• Perfect for meal prep—store components separately and assemble fresh.

• Add tortilla strips or crushed chips for a crunchy topping.

• Use rotisserie chicken and toss with BBQ sauce for a shortcut.

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