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Fresh Paleo Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad Recipe with Easy Honey Dijon Dressing

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A quick and easy paleo-friendly grilled chicken Cobb salad featuring smoky marinated chicken, fresh veggies, and a sweet-tangy honey Dijon dressing. Perfect for nourishing weeknight meals or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 12 oz / 340 g), pounded to even thickness
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (preferably extra virgin)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 4 cups mixed leafy greens (romaine, butter lettuce, baby spinach)
  • 1 large avocado, sliced
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and quartered
  • 4 slices nitrate-free bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (for dressing)
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp raw honey (or pure maple syrup)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste (for dressing)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine minced garlic, smoked paprika, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken breasts and coat thoroughly. Let it rest for at least 15 minutes, or up to an hour in the fridge for deeper flavor.
  2. Cook the Bacon: While chicken marinates, cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp (about 6-8 minutes). Transfer to paper towels to drain. Once cooled, crumble into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
  3. Grill the Chicken: Heat grill pan over medium-high heat. Place chicken breasts on the pan and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove and rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
  4. Prepare Salad Ingredients: Wash and dry greens. Slice avocado, quarter hard-boiled eggs, halve cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber, and thinly slice red onion if using.
  5. Make the Honey Dijon Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, combine olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper. Whisk or shake vigorously until emulsified and slightly thickened.
  6. Assemble the Salad: Arrange mixed greens on a platter or individual bowls. Top with sliced chicken, avocado, eggs, bacon, tomatoes, cucumber, and onion. Drizzle with honey Dijon dressing just before serving.
  7. Final Touches: Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt, pepper, or dressing if desired. Serve immediately for best texture.

Notes

Do not toss salad with dressing too early to avoid wilting greens. Marinate chicken for at least 15 minutes for flavor, longer if possible. Rest chicken after grilling to keep it juicy. Dressing can be made up to 5 days ahead and stored refrigerated. Bacon can be cooked in microwave on a paper towel-lined plate to save time.

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Keywords: paleo salad, grilled chicken salad, Cobb salad, honey Dijon dressing, healthy dinner, paleo recipe, Whole30, gluten-free, dairy-free

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