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Hearty Honey BBQ Chicken and Garden Cucumber Salad

A delicious and easy-to-make dish featuring juicy honey BBQ chicken served with a refreshing cucumber salad, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Honey BBQ Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup BBQ sauce (ensure it's halal)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (halal-certified)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Garden Cucumber Salad
  • 2 large cucumbers, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 medium red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix honey, BBQ sauce, soy sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  2. Place the chicken thighs into a dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Let them soak for about 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Cooking
  1. Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken thighs for 6-7 minutes on each side or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Brush with additional marinade during cooking for extra flavor.
  2. While the chicken cooks, assemble the salad by combining diced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley in a large bowl.
  3. Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the salad mix, season with salt and pepper, and toss lightly to combine.
Serving
  1. Once the chicken is cooked, plate it alongside the cucumber salad and enjoy warm.

Notes

For a leaner option, substitute chicken breasts for thighs. Vegetarians can use grilled vegetables instead. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheat in an oven or air fryer.