Grilled Chicken Cobb Recipe
blue cheese crumbles, ranch
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Protein & Toppings
Grains (optional)
Chicken Marinade
Ranch Dressing
Finishing
Method
Chicken Marinade & Grill
Marinate chicken
Pat chicken breasts dry. In a bowl combine 2 tbs olive oil, 1 tbs lemon juice, 1 tsp minced garlic, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp kosher salt and 1 tsp black pepper. Add chicken and coat evenly. Marinate at room temperature 15 minutes or in the refrigerator 30–60 minutes.
Grill chicken
Grill chicken 5–7 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and juices run clear. Remove from heat and let rest 5 minutes, then slice into 1/2-inch strips or bite-size pieces.
Prepare Salad Base & Grains
While chicken rests, core and halve the cherry tomatoes. Peel (if desired) and slice the English cucumber into half-moons. Pit and slice the avocado. In a large bowl toss together 6 cups chopped romaine and 2 cups baby spinach. If using grains, stir in 1 cup cooked farro or quinoa so it’s evenly distributed and slightly warm.
Assemble Toppings
Slice the 2 hard-boiled eggs into quarters. Chop the 4 bacon slices. Arrange the sliced grilled chicken, chopped bacon, egg quarters, halved cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, avocado slices and 3 tbs blue cheese crumbles in rows or sections over the greens for a classic Cobb presentation. Sprinkle 2 tbs sliced green onions on top.
Ranch Dressing & Finish
If desired, thin the 1 cup store-bought ranch with up to 2 tbs buttermilk for a looser consistency and stir in 1 tsp chopped fresh parsley. Drizzle dressing over the assembled salad, or serve on the side. Finish with a light drizzle of 1 tsp extra-virgin olive oil and a squeeze of fresh lemon. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve
Serve immediately while the grilled chicken is still slightly warm. Toss portions if desired and enjoy.