Paleo Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad (Print)
A protein-rich salad featuring seasoned grilled chicken, smoky bacon, fresh vegetables, and creamy avocado in a tangy honey Dijon vinaigrette. Perfect for hearty, grain-free lunches or dinners.
# What You’ll Need:
→ For the Salad
01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - ½ teaspoon sea salt
06 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
07 - 6 cups mixed salad greens (romaine, spinach, arugula)
08 - 4 slices nitrate-free bacon
09 - 1 large avocado, sliced
10 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
11 - ½ red onion, thinly sliced
12 - 3 hard-boiled eggs, quartered
13 - ¼ cup fresh chives, chopped
→ For the Honey Dijon Dressing
14 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
15 - 1 tablespoon raw honey
16 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (paleo-compliant)
17 - 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
18 - ¼ teaspoon sea salt
19 - ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
# How To Make:
01 - Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
02 - Rub chicken breasts with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
03 - Grill chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, or until cooked through and juices run clear. Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
04 - While the chicken cooks, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels and chop into bite-sized pieces.
05 - Arrange salad greens in a large bowl or on a platter. Top with sliced grilled chicken, bacon, avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, hard-boiled eggs, and chives.
06 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
07 - Drizzle the honey Dijon dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently if desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The smoky grilled chicken pairs perfectly with creamy avocado and that sweet-tangy dressing
- Everything comes together in under 45 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknight dinners
02 -
- Letting the chicken rest for those 5 minutes keeps it incredibly juicy instead of dry
- The dressing tastes even better if you make it an hour ahead and let the flavors mingle
03 -
- Marinate the chicken for 30 minutes if you have time, it makes a noticeable difference
- Let the hard-boiled eggs cool completely before slicing to keep the yolks from crumbling