Description
This Chick-fil-A Cobb Salad copycat recipe features a vibrant mix of fresh greens, roasted corn, juicy grilled chicken, and a medley of cheeses, bacon, and hard-boiled eggs. Perfectly topped with crispy red peppers and your choice of flavorful dressings, this salad combines hearty and fresh ingredients for a satisfying meal that emulates the beloved fast-food classic.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 1 pound grilled or fried chicken, cut into cubes
- 1 fresh corn cob, husk and silks removed
- 12 cups mixed salad greens (such as romaine and green leaf lettuce)
- 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
- 3/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 3/4 cup shredded medium or sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
- 1/2 cup crispy red peppers
Dressing Options
- Garden Ranch
- Avocado Lime Ranch
- Creamy Salsa
- Zesty Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Cook the chicken according to package directions (grilled or fried) and cut into bite-sized pieces if necessary.
- Roast the corn: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Optionally rub the corn with a little butter or olive oil to enhance browning and flavor. Place the corn directly in the hot skillet and use tongs to rotate it steadily to achieve an even char. Once roasted to your liking, remove the corn and carefully cut the kernels off the cob.
- Assemble the salad: Divide the mixed salad greens among 4 individual containers or place all in a large serving bowl. Layer the roasted corn, grape tomatoes, Monterey Jack cheese, sharp cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and sliced hard-boiled eggs on top of the greens.
- Add finishing touches: Sprinkle crispy red peppers over the salad. Add your choice of dressing just before serving to keep the ingredients fresh and crunchy.
Notes
- For best flavor, grill the chicken instead of frying if desired.
- Roasting fresh corn brings a delicious smoky sweetness to the salad.
- Use freshly cooked bacon for crispy texture, or substitute with turkey bacon for a lighter option.
- Dress the salad just before eating to avoid sogginess.
- Any of the suggested dressings complement the salad well; adjust based on personal preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Chick-fil-A Cobb Salad copycat, grilled chicken salad, roasted corn salad, American salad recipe, Cobb salad
