Description
Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad with Honey Dijon is a vibrant and satisfying meal that combines the rich flavors of grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and a delightful honey dijon dressing. Perfect for any occasion, this salad can be prepared in just 15 minutes and is packed with nutrients while remaining gluten-free and dairy-free. The crispy texture of turkey bacon, creamy avocado, and crunchy greens makes every bite enjoyable. Ideal for families or meal prep, this dish is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 Tbsp avocado oil (for the grill or pan)
- 8 cups chopped romaine (or other greens)
- 3/4 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 medium cucumber (peeled and sliced)
- 1 large avocado (thinly sliced)
- 8 slices turkey bacon (cooked until crisp, chopped or crumbled)
- 6 hard boiled eggs (sliced)
- 3 Tbsp raw honey (melted if solid)
- 1/4 cup dijon mustard
- 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice or white vinegar
- 1/4 cup avocado oil
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together melted honey, dijon mustard, lemon juice or vinegar, avocado oil, and sea salt in a mixing bowl. Set aside.
- Season the chicken by rubbing a mix of sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder over the breasts.
- Grill the seasoned chicken on medium heat for about 5-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
- Assemble the salad by layering romaine greens in a large bowl and topping them with cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber slices, avocado slices, crumbled turkey bacon, sliced hard-boiled eggs, and sliced grilled chicken.
- Drizzle the honey dijon dressing over the salad before serving and toss gently to combine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 350mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize your salad with different greens like kale or spinach for added nutrition. For extra crunch, consider adding roasted pumpkin seeds or grain-free tortilla chips.