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Paleo Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 34 minutes
Course Appetizer, Chicken, Dinner, Latest, Lunch, Main Course, Salad, Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword Paleo Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad
Servings 4
A protein-packed paleo Cobb salad with grilled chicken, eggs, and honey Dijon dressing. Perfect for summer or winter!

Ingredients

For the Salad:

  • 4 medium boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 8 cups mixed greens romaine, arugula, baby spinach
  • 4 hard-boiled eggs peeled and quartered
  • 1 large avocado sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • ½ cup red onion thinly sliced
  • ½ cup cooked crumbled bacon (ensure it's sugar-free for strict paleo)
  • ¼ cup dairy-free blue cheese optional
  • Olive oil for grilling
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Honey Dijon Dressing:

  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup for a stricter paleo version
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Grill the Chicken

  • Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high. Lightly oil the grates with olive oil to prevent sticking.
  • Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  • Grill for 6–7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  • Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.
  • Tip: If you're cooking in colder weather, use a grill pan or roast the chicken in the oven for 20–25 minutes at 400°F (205°C).

Make the Dressing

  • While the chicken rests, whisk together the dressing ingredients:
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Whisk until creamy and emulsified. Taste and adjust to your liking—more honey for sweetness, more vinegar for tang.

Build Your Salad

  • In a large serving bowl or platter, start with the bed of mixed greens. Arrange the toppings in rows or sections:
  • Hard-boiled egg quarters
  • Avocado slices
  • Cherry tomato halves
  • Thinly sliced red onion
  • Crumbled bacon
  • Sliced grilled chicken
  • Optional: dairy-free blue cheese crumbles

Dress and Serve

  • Drizzle the Honey Dijon Dressing over the salad just before serving. Gently toss or serve as-is for a beautiful presentation.