Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad with Avocado, Bacon, Blue Cheese and Creamy Dressing (Easy Healthy Lunch Recipe)

Prep Time: 20 minutes   |   Cook Time: 15 minutes   |   Total Time: 35 minutes   |   Servings: 4

Introduction

Grilled chicken cobb salad is a hearty and flavorful meal packed with protein, fresh vegetables, creamy avocado, crispy bacon, and tangy blue cheese. This easy healthy lunch recipe combines smoky grilled chicken with classic Cobb salad ingredients for a satisfying dish that feels both fresh and indulgent. The creamy dressing ties everything together beautifully, balancing the salty bacon and rich cheese with crisp greens and juicy tomatoes. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep, this salad is filling while still feeling light and refreshing.

Ingredients

For the Salad:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb / 450 g)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (15 ml)
• 1 teaspoon paprika (3 g)
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (2 g)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (3 g)
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (1 g)
• 6 cups romaine lettuce, chopped (180 g)
• 1 large avocado, sliced (200 g)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (150 g)
• 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
• 1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese (40 g)
• 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced (40 g)

For the Creamy Dressing:

• 1/3 cup mayonnaise (80 ml)
• 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt or sour cream (30 ml)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar (15 ml)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (5 ml)
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon salt (1 g)
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (1 g)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Season the chicken: Rub chicken breasts with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
2. Grill the chicken: Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until fully cooked (165°F / 74°C). Let rest, then slice.
3. Cook the bacon: Fry bacon until crispy, then crumble into small pieces.
4. Prepare the dressing: In a bowl whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
5. Assemble the salad: Arrange romaine lettuce in a large serving bowl or platter. Add grilled chicken, avocado, cherry tomatoes, bacon, eggs, blue cheese, and red onion in sections.
6. Add dressing: Drizzle creamy dressing over the salad or serve on the side.
7. Serve: Serve immediately while fresh and crisp.

FAQs

Q1: Can I use another cheese instead of blue cheese?
Yes, feta, goat cheese, or cheddar work well.

Q2: How do I keep avocado fresh?
Toss avocado lightly with lemon juice before serving.

Q3: Can grilled chicken cobb salad be meal prepped?
Yes, store the dressing separately and add avocado just before eating.

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