Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCenter Square GrillCalifornia Cobb Recipe

California Cobb Recipe

Time35m
Serves4

Make California Cobb Recipe in just 35m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Proteins

Dressing

Garnish

Method

Preparation of Ingredients

  1. 1

    Chop the Romaine Lettuce

    Rinse the romaine lettuce thoroughly under cold water. Pat dry and chop into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large salad bowl.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Cherry Tomatoes

    Wash the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half. Add them to the salad bowl with the romaine lettuce.

  3. 3

    Slice the Cucumber

    Peel the cucumber (if desired) and slice it into thin rounds. Add to the salad bowl.

  4. 4

    Cube the Avocado

    Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh out with a spoon. Chop it into cubes and add to the salad bowl.

  5. 5

    Chop the Cooked Chicken

    If using leftover chicken, chop it into bite-sized pieces. If not, cook the chicken breast, let it cool, and then chop. Add to the salad bowl.

  6. 6

    Cook the Bacon

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until crispy. Remove from the skillet, drain on paper towels, and crumble them into pieces. Add to the salad bowl.

  7. 7

    Prepare the Hard-Boiled Eggs

    Boil the eggs in water for about 10-12 minutes. Once cooked, cool under cold water, peel, and chop. Add to the salad bowl.

  8. 8

    Prepare the Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Assembly and Serving

  1. 9

    Combine all ingredients

    In the large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, chicken, bacon, and hard-boiled eggs.

  2. 10

    Drizzle with Dressing

    Pour the prepared dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.

  3. 11

    Garnish

    Sprinkle the feta cheese and chives over the top of the salad as a garnish.

  4. 12

    Serve

    Divide the salad into serving bowls or plates. Enjoy your California Cobb salad!

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