Cobb Salad with Chicken in Honey Mustard Dressing

A Cobb Salad with Chicken in Honey Mustard Dressing is a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines fresh greens with hearty toppings, all brought together with a sweet and tangy honey mustard dressing. Here’s a simple recipe for making it:

Ingredients:

For the Salad:

• 2 cups Romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1 cup Arugula (optional for extra flavor)
• 1 chicken breast, grilled or cooked and sliced
• 2 eggs, hard-boiled and sliced
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional, but recommended)
• 1/4 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
• 1/4 cup corn kernels (optional)
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

For the Honey Mustard Dressing:

• 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

For the Salad:

1. Prepare the Chicken: Grill or pan-sear the chicken breast until cooked through. Slice into strips or bite-sized pieces.
2. Boil the Eggs: In a pot, bring water to a boil, add eggs, and cook for 9-10 minutes. Once done, cool them under cold running water, peel, and slice.
3. Prepare the Vegetables: Slice the avocado, halve the cherry tomatoes, and thinly slice the red onion.
4. Assemble the Salad: On a large platter or in individual bowls, layer the Romaine lettuce and arugula (if using). Arrange the chicken, eggs, avocado, tomatoes, onion, blue cheese, and bacon around the greens.
5. Add the Corn (if desired): Sprinkle cooked corn kernels over the salad for added sweetness and texture.

For the Honey Mustard Dressing:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
2. Taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary—add more honey for sweetness or more vinegar for tang.

To Serve:

1. Drizzle the honey mustard dressing over the salad or serve it on the side.
2. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
3. Toss lightly or serve as a composed salad, letting each person mix their ingredients.

Tips:

• For a low-carb version, skip the corn and blue cheese.
• Add a bit of lemon juice or a pinch of chili flakes to the dressing if you’d like an extra zing.
• You can swap the chicken for grilled shrimp, turkey, or even roasted vegetables for a different variation.

This salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with a great mix of flavors and textures!