Chicken cobb salad
Indulge in a classic Chicken Cobb Salad featuring crispy bacon, tender chicken breasts, hard-boiled eggs, and creamy blue cheese. Tossed in a zesty vinaigrette made with tangy mustard, shallots, and olive oil, this hearty salad is layered with fresh lettuce, ripe tomato, and creamy avocado for a delightful and nutritious meal. Perfect for lunch or dinner!
Cook time 30 min
Prep time 15 min
Ingredients:
2 eggs8 strips bacon
4 chicken breasts
1.50 tsp salt
1 tsp white pepper
1 shallot
1/4 cup vinegar
1 tbsp mustard
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp white pepper
1 lettuce
4 oz blue cheese
1 tomato
1 avocado
Chicken Cobb Salad is a delightful and nutrient-packed meal that's perfect for lunch or dinner. This classic American salad is loaded with protein from chicken, eggs, and bacon, and enriched with the creamy goodness of blue cheese and avocado. The zesty vinaigrette dressing adds a flavorful punch that ties all the ingredients together harmoniously.
Instructions:
- Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover them with cold water.
- Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the eggs simmer for 10-12 minutes.
- Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water to cool. Once cool, peel and chop them.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon strips until crispy, about 6-8 minutes.
- Transfer the cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain off the excess fat. Once cooled, crumble the bacon.
- Season the chicken breasts with 1.5 tsp salt and 1 tsp white pepper.
- In the same skillet used for the bacon, cook the chicken breasts over medium heat until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/75°C), about 6-8 minutes per side.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes. Then, slice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, combine the finely chopped shallot, vinegar, mustard, olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp white pepper.
- Whisk the ingredients together until well combined.
- On a large serving platter or in a big salad bowl, arrange the chopped lettuce.
- Evenly distribute the chopped eggs, crumbled bacon, sliced chicken, crumbled blue cheese, diced tomato, and sliced avocado over the lettuce.
- Drizzle the zesty vinaigrette over the assembled salad.
- Toss the salad gently to combine the ingredients evenly or serve it as is for a more layered presentation.
- Enjoy your delicious Chicken Cobb Salad!
Tips:
- Cook the bacon until crispy for added texture and crunch.
- For perfectly cooked chicken, use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- To keep avocado slices from browning, toss them in a little lemon or lime juice before adding to the salad.
- Let the vinaigrette rest for a few minutes after mixing to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Use freshly ground white pepper for a more robust flavor.
This Chicken Cobb Salad is not only delicious but also a wholesome meal option that you'll want to add to your regular recipe rotation. It's a versatile dish that can be easily adjusted to fit your personal taste preferences. Enjoy this colorful and flavorful salad as a satisfying lunch or a light dinner.
Nutrition per serving
2 ServingsCalories 1090kcal
Protein 110g
Carbohydrates 24g
Fiber 12g
Sugar 7g
Fat 90g
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