Description

This Paleo Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad is a delicious, nutritious, and paleo-friendly take on the classic Cobb salad. Packed with vibrant vegetables, perfectly grilled chicken, crispy bacon, and a creamy avocado dressing, this salad is satisfying and healthy without any processed ingredients. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or even meal prep, this paleo Cobb salad is filling yet light, full of protein, healthy fats, and an array of nutrients from fresh produce. Let’s dive into this tasty recipe that’s as beautiful as it is good for you!

Ingredients

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For the Salad:

2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
4 cups mixed salad greens (such as romaine, arugula, and spinach)
1 large avocado, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cucumber, diced
4 slices paleo-compliant bacon, cooked and crumbled
3 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and quartered
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced

For the Avocado Dressing:

1 large avocado
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp water (or more for desired consistency)
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Chicken Marinade (optional):

2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Step 1: Marinate and Grill the Chicken

In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Pour the marinade over the chicken breasts and let them marinate for at least 15-20 minutes (optional but recommended for flavor).
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Grill the chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes per side, or until they are fully cooked and have nice grill marks. Set aside to rest, then slice into strips.

Step 2: Prepare the Salad Ingredients

Arrange the salad greens in a large serving bowl or platter.
Place the diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, crumbled bacon, hard-boiled eggs, and red onion on top of the greens in rows or sections for a classic Cobb salad presentation.
Add the sliced grilled chicken on top.

Step 3: Make the Avocado Dressing

In a blender or food processor, combine the avocado, olive oil, lemon juice, water, garlic, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth. If the dressing is too thick, add more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.

Step 4: Serve the Salad

Drizzle the avocado dressing over the salad or serve it on the side.
Toss everything together if desired, or serve it as-is for a visually appealing presentation.
Enjoy immediately!

Prep Time: 20mins
Cook Time: 10mins