Description
This Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad with Honey Dijon Dressing is a refreshing and hearty paleo-friendly dish loaded with protein, healthy fats, and fresh vegetables. Perfectly seasoned grilled chicken, crispy bacon, creamy avocado, hard-boiled eggs, and vibrant greens are all drizzled with a tangy honey Dijon dressing, making it the perfect meal for lunch or dinner. Quick to prepare and naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and low-carb, this salad is an ideal choice for anyone following a paleo or clean eating diet.
Ingredients
For the Dressing:
3 tablespoons raw honey (melted if solid)
¼ cup Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice or white vinegar
¼ cup avocado oil
¼ teaspoon sea salt
For the Salad:
3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1½ pounds)
1 teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
1 tablespoon avocado oil (for grilling)
8 cups chopped romaine lettuce, kale, or a mix of greens
¾ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ red onion, thinly sliced
1 medium cucumber, peeled and sliced
1 large avocado, thinly sliced
8 slices bacon, cooked until crisp and crumbled
6 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together the raw honey, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice (or vinegar). Slowly stream in the avocado oil while whisking continuously until the dressing is emulsified. Season with sea salt to taste. Set aside.
- Season and Grill the Chicken: In a small bowl, combine the sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over both sides of the chicken breasts.
Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat, brush with 1 tablespoon of avocado oil, and grill the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked and juices run clear. Remove from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing. - Assemble the Salad: In a large serving bowl or platter, arrange the chopped greens as the base. Neatly arrange the sliced grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, avocado, crumbled bacon, and sliced hard-boiled eggs on top.
- Serve: Drizzle the honey Dijon dressing over the assembled salad just before serving, or serve the dressing on the side. Toss gently to combine and enjoy immediately!
Notes
Meal Prep: Prepare all ingredients ahead of time and store separately. Assemble and add the dressing when you’re ready to serve.
Grilled Chicken Variations: You can marinate the chicken beforehand with herbs and spices for extra flavor.
Bacon Substitute: If you prefer a vegetarian or leaner version, substitute the bacon with roasted chickpeas or a handful of nuts for added crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: Approximately 400 kcal per serving