Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This Delicious Cobb Salad is a vibrant, hearty meal that’s packed with fresh ingredients, protein, and plenty of flavor. With layers of crispy bacon, tender chicken, creamy avocado, and tangy blue cheese, it’s the perfect balance of textures and tastes. Whether you’re looking for a light dinner or a filling lunch, this salad is a satisfying, customizable option that everyone will love.

ingredients

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

Delicious Cobb Salad Recipe 10 This Delicious Cobb Salad is a vibrant, hearty meal that’s packed with fresh ingredients, protein, and plenty of flavor. With layers of crispy bacon, tender chicken, creamy avocado, and tangy blue cheese, it’s the perfect balance of textures and tastes. Whether you're looking for a light dinner or a filling lunch, this salad is a satisfying, customizable option that everyone will love.

For the Salad: boneless skinless chicken breasts (cooked and chopped)crispy bacon (crumbled)avocado (sliced)cherry tomatoes (halved)hard-boiled eggs (sliced)blue cheese (crumbled)romaine lettuce (or mixed greens)

For the Dressing: olive oilred wine vinegarsalt and pepperDijon mustard (optional)honey (optional)

directions

Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook them in a skillet over medium heat with a little olive oil for 6–7 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Allow the chicken to rest before chopping it into bite-sized pieces.
Cook the Bacon: In a skillet, cook the bacon until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Once cooked, transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess fat. Crumble the bacon into small pieces.
Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl or individual plates, layer the lettuce, chopped chicken, crumbled bacon, avocado slices, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced hard-boiled eggs, and blue cheese.
Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard (if using), honey (if using), salt, and pepper until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve: Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently or serve as is with the dressing on top.

Servings and timing

This recipe yields 4 servings.Preparation time: 15 minutesCooking time: 10–15 minutesTotal time: 25–30 minutes

Variations

Use grilled shrimp or steak instead of chicken for a different protein option.

Swap blue cheese for feta or goat cheese if you prefer a milder flavor.

Make it dairy-free by omitting the cheese and using a dairy-free dressing.

Add extra veggies like cucumbers, bell peppers, or red onions for more crunch and flavor.

storage/reheating

Store leftover salad ingredients in separate airtight containers in the fridge for up to 2 days. Store the dressing separately to keep the salad fresh. It’s best not to reheat the salad, but you can enjoy leftovers cold.

FAQs

Can I use leftover chicken?

Yes, leftover rotisserie chicken or grilled chicken works perfectly in this recipe.

Can I use a different type of lettuce?

Yes, you can use spinach, arugula, or mixed greens instead of romaine for a different texture.

Can I make this salad ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the ingredients ahead of time and store them separately. Assemble the salad and add the dressing right before serving to keep everything fresh.

Can I make it gluten-free?

Yes, this recipe is naturally gluten-free, but make sure your dressing ingredients and bacon are gluten-free.

Can I add other toppings?

Yes, you can add other toppings like olives, nuts (such as walnuts or pecans), or grilled vegetables for extra flavor and crunch.

Conclusion

This Delicious Cobb Salad is a perfect combination of fresh ingredients and bold flavors. With protein-packed chicken, crispy bacon, creamy avocado, and tangy blue cheese, it’s a satisfying, healthy meal that works for any occasion. Easy to customize and always delicious, it’s sure to become a go-to recipe!