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Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 head of romaine lettuce, chopped
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
- 1 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then grill for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, and olive oil to make the dressing. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large salad bowl, arrange the chopped romaine lettuce as the base.
- Arrange the grilled chicken, diced tomatoes, diced avocado, sliced hard-boiled eggs, and crumbled blue cheese in rows on top of the lettuce.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad, then toss to combine and coat everything with the dressing.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
The Classic Cobb Salad with grilled chicken is a timeless American dish that has evolved over the years. Originating in the 1930s at the Hollywood Brown Derby restaurant, this salad was created by the restaurant's owner, Robert Cobb. The salad gained popularity due to its fresh ingredients and flavorful combination of grilled chicken, avocado, hard-boiled eggs, tomatoes, blue cheese, and crisp lettuce, all topped with a tangy vinaigrette dressing. Today, the best version of this dish can be found in upscale restaurants and diners across the United States, where chefs take pride in using high-quality, locally sourced ingredients. The key to a perfect Classic Cobb Salad lies in the grilling of the chicken to juicy perfection and the balance of flavors from the creamy avocado, pungent blue cheese, and zesty dressing. For a twist on the traditional recipe, some chefs may add a variety of grilled vegetables or substitute the blue cheese with feta for a milder flavor. Whether enjoyed as a light lunch or a satisfying dinner, the Classic Cobb Salad with grilled chicken continues to be a beloved favorite for salad enthusiasts and health-conscious diners alike.
40 min
4
350 calories
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