BBQ Chicken Salad

It has been so hot lately and when it gets that hot, I really don't feel like eating a big meal. This salad is perfect for those nights. It has a lot of ingredients so it's actually really filling. It's perfect for a hot summer night. This is definitely one of my favorites.

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BBQ Chicken Salad
2 large chicken breasts, cooked and shredded

1 cup BBQ sauce (any kind)

1/2 head romaine lettuce

1/2 head iceberg lettuce

1 can corn, drained

1 can black beans, rinsed and drained

4 green onions, chopped

1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped

4 roma tomatoes, chopped

2 avocados, chopped

shredded cheese

*tortilla strips

ranch dressing

In a large bowl, toss together lettuce, corn, beans, green onions, cilantro, tomatoes, avocados, and cheese. Pour BBQ sauce over chicken and mix well. Add chicken to the salad. Serve salad topped with tortilla strips and ranch dressing.

*Tortilla strips:

Slice 10-15 corn tortillas into narrow strips. Place on a baking sheet and sprinkle generously with salt. Spray with cooking spray. Place under broiler until crispy and brown.