Perfect Chick Fil A Cobb Salad Recipe

Recipe's preparation

Preparation Steps for Making Chick-fil-A Cobb Salad

The Chick-fil-A Cobb Salad is a delicious and nutritious meal that you can easily prepare at home. Here are the detailed steps to create this popular salad:

Ingredients
For the Salad:

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Salt and pepper to taste
Olive oil for grilling
4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
2 cups mixed baby greens
1 cup green cabbage, shredded
1 cup roasted corn kernels (canned or frozen, thawed)
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
4 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
1 avocado, diced (optional)

For the Avocado Lime Ranch Dressing:

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1 avocado, peeled and pitted
1 clove garlic
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup buttermilk (more if needed for consistency)

Preparation Steps

Prepare the Chicken:

Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat.
Brush the grill with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Grill the chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes, then chop into bite-sized pieces.

Prepare the Salad Base:

In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, mixed baby greens, and shredded green cabbage.
Toss to mix evenly.

Add the Toppings:

Evenly distribute the roasted corn kernels, grape tomatoes, shredded Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and chopped hard-boiled eggs over the greens.
If using, add the diced avocado.

Make the Avocado Lime Ranch Dressing:

In a blender or food processor, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, avocado, garlic, lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper.
Blend until smooth.
Gradually add buttermilk until you reach the desired consistency. The dressing should be creamy but pourable.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Assemble the Salad:

Place the grilled chicken pieces on top of the salad.
Drizzle the Avocado Lime Ranch Dressing over the salad, or serve it on the side.