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Easy One-Pot Cobb Salad for a Flavor-Packed Weeknight Dinner Recipe

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  • Author: Diane
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes (primarily for grilling chicken if not pre-cooked)
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Easy One-Pot Cobb Salad is a vibrant and flavor-packed meal perfect for weeknight dinners. Combining crisp romaine lettuce, savory grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, creamy avocado, and tangy blue cheese, all tossed in a bright lemon-olive oil dressing, it delivers a satisfying balance of textures and flavors in a single, simple dish.


Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

  • 4 cups Romaine Lettuce, chopped
  • 2 cups Grilled Chicken Breast, diced
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium Cucumber, diced
  • 1 whole Avocado, diced
  • 2 whole Hard-Boiled Eggs, chopped
  • 0.5 cup Blue Cheese Crumbles
  • 2 whole Green Onions, sliced

Dressing

  • 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 whole Lemon, juiced
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste


Instructions

  1. Gather Ingredients: Collect all ingredients on a clean countertop to prepare for making the salad.
  2. Prepare Lettuce: Wash the romaine lettuce thoroughly under cold water, chop into bite-sized pieces, and place it in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add Chicken: Dice the grilled chicken breast into small, even pieces and add them to the bowl with the lettuce.
  4. Add Tomatoes: Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes, then add them to the mixing bowl.
  5. Add Cucumber: Wash and dice the cucumber, then add it to the bowl.
  6. Add Avocado: Dice the avocado and add it to the salad mixture.
  7. Add Eggs: Chop the hard-boiled eggs and add them to the bowl.
  8. Add Cheese: Crumble the blue cheese and sprinkle it over the salad.
  9. Add Green Onions: Slice the green onions and add them to the bowl.
  10. Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  11. Toss Salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss all ingredients to combine evenly.
  12. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the salad and add more salt or pepper as needed to suit your preference.
  13. Serve: Serve immediately, garnished with extra blue cheese or freshly cracked pepper if desired.

Notes

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and texture.
  • Grill the chicken breast ahead of time or use pre-grilled chicken to save time.
  • To avoid avocado browning, dice it last and toss the salad promptly before serving.
  • You can substitute blue cheese with feta or goat cheese if preferred.
  • Feel free to add other veggies or nuts for extra crunch and nutrition.