Description
Paleo Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that brings together succulent grilled chicken, crunchy greens, creamy avocado, and crispy bacon, all drizzled with a flavorful dressing. This colorful salad not only satisfies your hunger but also provides a restaurant-quality experience right at home. Perfect for any occasion, it’s as appealing to the eyes as it is to the palate, making it a must-try for health-conscious food lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, romaine)
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 6 slices crispy bacon bits
- ½ cup blue cheese crumbles (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and let marinate for 30 minutes.
- Grill the chicken: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until juices run clear; ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let rest before slicing.
- Prepare the greens: Wash and dry mixed greens thoroughly. Arrange on a large serving platter.
- Assemble the salad: Layer sliced grilled chicken over greens. Top with diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, bacon bits, and blue cheese crumbles.
- Dress the salad: Drizzle with your preferred dressing just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Paleo
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg