Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad with Honey Dijon

Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad with Honey Dijon (Paleo, Whole30 Option)

This Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad is a hearty, satisfying, and totally crave-worthy meal packed with protein and fresh ingredients. With perfectly seasoned grilled chicken, crispy bacon, creamy avocado, and a quick honey dijon dressing, this paleo and Whole30-friendly salad is perfect for lunch or dinner any day of the week.

Why You’ll Love This Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad

  • Clean ingredients: Paleo, Whole30 option, gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free.
  • Balanced and filling: Packed with protein, healthy fats, and fiber to keep you full longer.
  • Quick & easy: 25 minutes from start to finish, including homemade dressing.
  • Meal-prep friendly: Great for prepping in advance and enjoying all week long.

Ingredients

Honey Dijon Dressing

  • 3 Tbsp raw honey (melted if solid)
  • 1/4 cup dijon mustard
  • 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice or white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup avocado oil
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt

Grilled Chicken

  • 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 lbs)
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 Tbsp avocado oil (for grilling or cooking)

Salad Base

  • 8 cups chopped romaine, kale, or greens mix
  • 3/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium cucumber, peeled and sliced
  • 1 large avocado, thinly sliced
  • 8 slices bacon, cooked until crisp and crumbled
  • 6 hard boiled eggs, sliced

Instructions

  1. Make the dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together honey, dijon mustard, lemon juice or vinegar, avocado oil, and sea salt until well combined. Set aside.
  2. Season the chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with sea salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  3. Grill or cook the chicken: Heat 1 Tbsp avocado oil on a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 4–5 minutes per side, or until cooked through (internal temp of 165°F). Remove from heat, let rest, then slice thinly.
  4. Assemble the salad: In a large bowl or on a platter, layer chopped greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, avocado slices, crumbled bacon, and sliced hard-boiled eggs.
  5. Add the chicken: Top salad with sliced grilled chicken.
  6. Drizzle & serve: Drizzle with honey dijon dressing just before serving, or serve dressing on the side. Enjoy immediately!

Whole30 Modification

To make this salad Whole30-compliant:

  • Omit the honey from the dressing (or use a Whole30-approved sweetener, if desired).
  • Ensure bacon is sugar-free and Whole30-approved.
  • Double-check mustard ingredients for Whole30 compliance.

Serving Tips

  • Serve it chilled: Perfect for summer lunches or make-ahead weekday dinners.
  • Make it a bowl: Portion into meal-prep containers with dressing on the side.
  • Add variety: Swap grilled chicken for grilled shrimp, turkey, or steak.

Nutrition Information (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 363 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 14 g
  • Protein: 18 g
  • Fat: 27 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Cholesterol: 182 mg
  • Sodium: 702 mg
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 9 g

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Final Thoughts

This Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad with Honey Dijon is a protein-packed powerhouse of flavor and freshness. Whether you’re eating clean, following a paleo or Whole30 plan, or just looking for a wholesome and satisfying meal, this salad fits the bill. It’s easy to prep, big on flavor, and guaranteed to become a regular in your healthy meal rotation.

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