Description
This vibrant and delicious Chicken Cobb Salad is loaded with tender grilled chicken, crispy bacon, fresh veggies, and creamy avocado, all tossed together with a tangy vinaigrette. It’s a perfect, satisfying meal for any time of the day!
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (grilled or cooked)
- 4 cups mixed greens (such as romaine, spinach, or arugula)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese or feta cheese (optional)
- 4 strips cooked bacon, crumbled
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Dressing:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken:
Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices. Grill or cook them in a skillet over medium heat for 6–7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice it into strips or cubes. - Prepare the Salad Ingredients:
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the rest of the salad ingredients: slice the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Chop the hard-boiled eggs and avocado, and crumble the cooked bacon. - Make the Dressing:
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey (if using), garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined. - Assemble the Salad:
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, hard-boiled eggs, avocado, and cheese (if using). Top with the sliced chicken and crumbled bacon. - Toss and Serve:
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For a more filling meal, serve the salad with a side of crusty bread or quinoa.
- You can easily make this salad ahead of time by prepping the ingredients and storing them separately. Dress just before serving.
- For a lighter version, skip the cheese or use a lower-fat dressing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Salad, Grilled
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 160mg