BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad

During my college years a dear friend of mine introduced me to the BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad while we were dining at California Pizza Kitchen.  I was instantly addicted! I went back time and time again for the delicious meal.  I tried them at numerous restaurants - Ruby's, Islands, and BJs - but the CPK has remained my favorite.  I still eat it to this day when we dine at CPK. 

The blend of flavors is perfect and satisfying.

When I was first married and learning to cook, my husband and I decided that we could re-create this tasty salad at home...and we were right!  It has been a favorite meal at our house for years and years and years.  There is no cooking involved - just chopping and tossing.  So it is a quick weeknight meal that will produce lots of happy tummys!

1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped

1 8 oz can corn, drained

1/2 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed

1 cup mozzarella cheese, grated

1 avocado, chopped

2 tbsp basil, chopped

1 cup ranch dressing

2 cups precooked chicken, cubed

1/2 cup BBQ Sauce

10 tortilla chips, crushed

Optional Ingredients:

1 small jicama, diced

1 large roma tomato, diced

Combined lettuce, corn, beans, cheese, avocado, and basil.  Toss together with ranch dressing.  Transfer to a large serving platter.  Sprinkle with tortilla chips.

Combine chicken and BBQ sauce.  Place atop salad.  Enjoy.