Easy High Protein Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad for Summer
High protein grilled chicken cobb salad is a summer favorite that’s perfect for cookouts and meal prep. After making this dozens of times, I’ve discovered the secret to the best dressing. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Hot and Sour Noodle Soup Recipe with Pork Topping and Crispy Buffalo Chicken Bacon Mozzarella Bombs for Game Day.
Why This Easy High Protein Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad for Summer Is Pure Comfort
- High in protein for a satisfying meal
- Perfect for summer cookouts and meal prep
- Customizable with your favorite toppings
- Better than takeout with homemade dressing
What You'll Need for Easy High Protein Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad for Summer
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Optional: Avocado slices
- Optional: Cucumber slices
- Optional: Corn on the cob
- Optional: Garlic bread
đź“ť Ingredient Notes
- chicken breasts: You can also use chicken thighs or turkey breasts.
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How to Make Easy High Protein Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad for Summer
- Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side or until cooked through. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine lettuce, tomatoes, onion, eggs, blue cheese, and bacon.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, mustard, honey, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Step 4: Add sliced chicken to the salad bowl. Pour dressing over the top and toss to combine.
- Step 5: Serve immediately with your favorite toppings.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy High Protein Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad for Summer
- : For a shortcut, use store-bought rotisserie chicken.
- Common mistake and fix: Don't over-dress the salad. Add dressing to taste and save the rest for later.
- : For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise in the dressing.
- : To make ahead, prepare the dressing and slice the chicken and veggies. Store separately and assemble before serving.
Storing & Reheating Easy High Protein Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad for Summer
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare dressing and slice chicken and veggies up to 1 day ahead.
Freezing Easy High Protein Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad for Summer
Not recommended for this recipe.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Not necessary for this recipe. Microwave: Reheat dressing in the microwave for 15-20 seconds if needed.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add diced jalapeños to the salad.
- Best substitution: Use your favorite cheese instead of blue cheese.
- Make-ahead: Prepare dressing and slice chicken and veggies up to 1 day ahead.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the dressing is too thick, add a little more vinegar to thin it out.
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Easy High Protein Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad for Summer
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
Seasonings
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Optional Toppings
- Avocado slices
- Cucumber slices
- Corn on the cob
- Garlic bread
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side or until cooked through. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine lettuce, tomatoes, onion, eggs, blue cheese, and bacon.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, mustard, honey, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Step 4: Add sliced chicken to the salad bowl. Pour dressing over the top and toss to combine.
- Step 5: Serve immediately with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add diced jalapeños to the salad.
- Best substitution: Use your favorite cheese instead of blue cheese.
- Make-ahead: Prepare dressing and slice chicken and veggies up to 1 day ahead.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the dressing is too thick, add a little more vinegar to thin it out.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended for this recipe.
- Oven reheat: Not necessary for this recipe.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat dressing in the microwave for 15-20 seconds if needed.
- Make ahead: Prepare dressing and slice chicken and veggies up to 1 day ahead.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 570
- Protein: 45g
- Fat: 40g
- Carbs: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 210mg
- Sat. Fat: 12g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy High Protein Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad for Summer FAQs
Yes, prepare the dressing and slice the chicken and veggies up to 1 day ahead. Store separately and assemble before serving.
Add a little more vinegar to thin it out. You can also use a blender to emulsify the dressing.
Yes, use store-bought rotisserie chicken for a shortcut.
Use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise in the dressing.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy High Protein Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad for Summer and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
