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Published: Mar 20, 2021 · Modified: Apr 26, 2021 by Veronika's Kitchen * This post may contain affiliate links

Chicken Cobb Salad

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This is my favorite classic Cobb Salad! Loaded with lettuce, chicken, bacon, eggs, tomatoes, avocado, and feta cheese, then drizzled with homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette. This easy and delicious recipe will be a great side dish or a whole meal on its own.

Diced chicken, eggs, avocado, chrry tomatoes, lettuce, and feta cheese in a bowl.

If you are looking for a quick and filling meal, you should try this amazing Cobb Salad, loaded with lots of nutritious goodness! It will be great to serve for lunch, dinner, or for a Summer cook-out party.   

One of the main reasons why I love this recipe is that you can prep all the ingredients 1-2 days before and assemble when needed.

Pouring balsamic vinaigrette on top of the cobb salad.

What is Cobb Salad

Cobb Salad is a classic American recipe made with lettuce, chicken, bacon, eggs, tomatoes, avocado, and cheese. Usually, its dressed with homemade red-wine or balsamic vinaigrette. It was created by Robert Cobb in 1937 and since then became a staple dish on American tables.

Why you will love it

  • Easy to make. If you prep all the ingredients ahead of time, it will take you no more than 10 minutes to assemble it together.
  • Lots of flavors. Every bite of this salad is loaded with different flavors and textures.
  • Healthy. It’s packed with proteins and nutritious ingredients.
Ingredients for cobb salad.

How to make the Salad

Prep the Ingredients.

Cook the eggs. You can cook them on the stove top in boiling water for 8 minutes, or check out my recipe for Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs.

Cook the chicken. Season a chicken breast with salt and pepper on both sides and pan sear on a skillet over medium heat. I prefer to cover it with the lid, so it will cook more evenly. Make sure that the internal temperature is at least 165°F.

Cook the bacon. Put the slices on a baking pan with wire rack and bake at 400°F for about 18 minutes or until cooked. Then place on a paper towel to remove the excess grease.

Process photos of cooking bacon in a baking pan.

Make the Balsamic Vinaigrette.

Put all the dressing ingredients in a bowl (⅓ cup olive oil, 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 clove minced garlic, ½ tbsp maple syrup, salt and pepper to taste, then stir until well combined. I like to refrigerate it until ready to use.

Process photos of making balsamic vinaigrette.

Assemble.

To assemble the salad, place the chopped lettuce in a large bowl, top it with sliced seared chicken, sliced eggs, chopped bacon, halved cherry tomatoes, and crumbled feta cheese. Add balsamic vinaigrette, toss and enjoy!

Tips for Best Results

  • Prep ingredients and the vinaigrette ahead of time, so you can quickly assemble it when needed.
  • I prefer to use pan seared chicken, so you can have crispy outside and juicy meat inside. Although, you also can use boiled or rotisserie chicken.
Diced chicken, eggs, avocado, chrry tomatoes, lettuce, and feta cheese in a bowl.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to store?

The storing time will depend if you dressed it or not. Undressed salad can be stored in the fridge for about 3 days. If you already dressed it with vinaigrette, I wouldn’t suggest storing it for more than 1 day, as the lettuce and other ingredients will get soggy.

Can I make it ahead of time?

Yes! I like to cook the chicken, eggs, and bacon 1-2 days before and quickly assemble everything when ready to eat. You can also assemble it in the morning and refrigerate, then add the dressing and toss when ready to serve.

What cheese to use?

I prefer to use feta cheese, but if you like blue cheese, you can substitute with Gorgonzola or Roquefort.

What else can I add to the salad?

You really can add any ingredients you want. Here are a few ideas of my favorite additions to this recipe:

  • Croutons
  • Red onion
  • Corn
  • Radishes
  • Chive

More Salad ideas

  • Potato Salad with Bacon and Egg
  • Farro Salad Recipe
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  • Butternut Squash Quinoa Salad
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  • Sweet Potato Quinoa Salad
  • BLT Pasta Salad
  • Orzo Pasta Salad
Diced chicken, eggs, avocado, chrry tomatoes, lettuce, and feta cheese in a bowl.
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5 from 10 votes

Chicken Cobb Salad

This is my favorite classic Cobb Salad! Loaded with lettuce, chicken, bacon, eggs, tomatoes, avocado, and feta cheese, then drizzled with homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette. This easy and delicious recipe will be a great side dish or a whole meal on its own.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Total Time30 mins
Course: Dinner, lunch, Salad
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 436kcal
Author: Veronika’s Kitchen

Ingredients

Ingredients for Cobb Salad:

  • 1 medium Romain lettuce 5-6 cups
  • 1 boneless skinless chicken breast cooked, diced
  • 4 strips bacon cooked, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 large avocado sliced
  • ½ cup Feta cheese or Blue cheese crumbled

Ingredients for Salad Dressing:

  • ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • ½ tablespoon maple syrup
  • salt, pepper to taste

Instructions

Prep the Ingredients.

  • Cook the eggs. You can cook them on the stove top in boiling water for 8 minutes, or check out my recipe for Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs.
  • Cook the chicken. Season a chicken breast with salt and pepper on both sides and pan sear on a skillet over medium heat. I prefer to cover it with the lid, so it will cook more evenly. Make sure that the internal temperature of the meat is at least 165°F.
  • Cook the bacon. Put the slices on a baking pan with wire rack and bake at 400°F for about 18 minutes or until cooked. Then place on a paper towel to remove the excess grease.

Make the Balsamic Vinaigrette.

  • Put all the dressing ingredients in a bowl (⅓ cup olive oil, 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 clove minced garlic, ½ tbsp maple syrup, salt and pepper to taste, then stir until well combined. I like to refrigerate it until ready to use.

Assemble.

  • To assemble the salad, place the chopped lettuce in a large bowl, top it with sliced seared chicken, sliced eggs, chopped bacon, halved cherry tomatoes, and crumbled feta cheese. Add balsamic vinaigrette, toss and enjoy!

Notes

How to store? The storing time will depend if you dressed it or not. Undressed salad can be stored in the fridge for about 3 days. If you already dressed it with vinaigrette, I wouldn’t suggest storing it for more than 1 day, as the lettuce and other ingredients will get soggy.
Can I make it ahead of time? Yes! I like to cook the chicken, eggs, and bacon 1-2 days before and quickly assemble everything when ready to eat. You can also assemble it in the morning and refrigerate, then add the dressing and toss when ready to serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 436kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 524mg | Potassium: 526mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 969IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 118mg | Iron: 1mg
Did you make this recipe?I’d love to know how it turned out! Please let me know by leaving a review below. Or snap a photo and share it on Instagram; be sure to tag me @veronikaskitchen.

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  1. Mama Maggie's Kitchen says

    March 28, 2021 at 11:25 pm

    5 stars
    This looks so so good. My husband will love this salad recipe.

    Reply
  2. Tammy says

    March 28, 2021 at 12:51 pm

    5 stars
    I love loaded salads like this! This has everything in it and I love it…so hearty and perfect for a light meal.

    Reply
  3. Beth says

    March 27, 2021 at 8:37 pm

    5 stars
    I love Cobb salad, and every component of this one is just gorgeous. And what a perfectly simple maple-dijon dressing – yum!

    Reply
  4. Eva says

    March 27, 2021 at 2:24 am

    5 stars
    I’m so happy winter is going away because I just can’t wait to have my lunches on the porch in the sun. My favourite is always a salad, so I’m constantly looking for inspiration to try new ones. And a classic like Cobb salad is always a good choice! Thanks for the inspiration.

    Reply
  5. Lori | The Kitchen Whisperer says

    March 26, 2021 at 1:37 pm

    5 stars
    I simply ADORE cobb salads so much! For me, I could live off of these things. I’m LOVING the balsamic vinaigrette and feta crumbles too! I know what’s on the menu for lunch today! Thanks for such a delicious recipe!

    Reply
  6. Kathryn says

    March 26, 2021 at 11:34 am

    5 stars
    This Chicken Cobb is such a great salad to have any day of the week and I love how easy this is to put together. Can’t wait to try your recipe!

    Reply
  7. Heidy says

    March 26, 2021 at 5:14 am

    5 stars
    Your salad recipe looks impressive, and I bet this would go over well with my family and friends! A must-make recipe for sure this week. Have a fantastic night, and I will come back to let you know how it turns out.

    Happy Thursday! Have a great day!

    Reply
  8. Silvia says

    March 25, 2021 at 1:51 pm

    5 stars
    I’m always amazed by the simplicity of the cob salad, so easy to prepare yet so flavourful. I love the maple syrup in the dressing, it’s genius!

    Reply
  9. Veronika Sykorova says

    March 23, 2021 at 9:51 am

    5 stars
    I love cobb salad! Your recipe was delicious. It’s not the healthiest salad but definitely my favorite. Great for transitioning from heavier winter meals to light summer salads!

    Reply
  10. Allyssa says

    March 23, 2021 at 5:13 am

    5 stars
    For sure my family will love this amazing recipe! Thanks for sharing this chicken salad recipe! I will try this right away!

    Reply

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