Ultimate 7-Layer Chicken Cobb Salad with Balsamic Dressing: A Healthy, Flavorful Delight
Discover the ultimate 7-Layer Chicken Cobb Salad, a vibrant and nutritious dish perfect for any meal. Packed with fresh ingredients and a tangy balsamic dressing, this salad is a crowd-pleaser that’s both easy to make and incredibly satisfying. Whether you’re meal-prepping or hosting a gathering, this recipe is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients:
- °12 ounces beef bacon
- °2 medium head lettuce (Romaine or iceberg)
- °4 cooked chicken breasts, sliced or shredded
- °4 boiled eggs, peeled and quartered
- °1 large avocado, cut into slices
- °2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- °1 cup finely chopped red onion
- °1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- °4 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
Cobb Salad Dressing:
- °6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- °2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- °2 garlic cloves, pressed or finely minced
- °0.67 cups extra virgin olive oil
- °Salt to taste
- °Black pepper to taste
Preparation
Step 1: Start by frying the chopped bacon in a skillet until brown and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to cool. Cook 2 hard-boiled eggs, peel, and quarter them. Chop, rinse, and dry the lettuce, then arrange it on a large serving platter. Layer the remaining salad ingredients (chicken, eggs, avocado, tomatoes, onions, feta cheese, and bacon) in rows on top of the lettuce. Sprinkle finely chopped parsley over the salad for a fresh finish.
Step 2: Prepare the dressing by combining balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a mason jar. Shake well until emulsified. Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving, or serve it on the side for guests to add as desired.
Enjoy this healthy, flavorful masterpiece that’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep!
