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Easy Panera Bread Avocado Cobb Salad Recipe

Panera Bread Avocado Cobb Salad Recipe

Have you ever bitten into a salad that makes you rethink everything you know about leafy greens? That happened to me the first time I tried the Panera Bread Avocado Cobb Salad.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Panera Bread Avocado Cobb Salad Recipe
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 500kcal
Author: Bex Smith

Equipment

  • saucepan

Ingredients

  • 1 large head of romaine lettuce chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 pound leftover cooked chicken shredded or cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 small Hass avocados peeled, pitted, and diced
  • 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes halved
  • 4 hard-boiled eggs peeled and halved
  • 6 crispy bacon slices cooked and crumbled
  • ½ cup Quick Pickled Red Onions
  • ½ cup Green Goddess dressing
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice new addition to brighten and balance flavors
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro new addition for a burst of herbal freshness
  • Diamond Crystal kosher salt to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken

  • Begin by cooking the chicken breast. If you’re using raw chicken, season it with salt, pepper, and any other spices you enjoy. Grill or roast until fully cooked. This typically takes about 20-25 minutes depending on thickness. Once done, let it rest before dicing or shredding.

Step 2: Cook the Bacon

  • While the chicken cooks, fry the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. This generally takes about 5-7 minutes. Once done, remove it from the skillet and let it drain on a paper towel. Crumble it into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3: Hard Boil the Eggs

  • Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring the water to a boil and cover the pan. Remove from heat and let it sit for 12 minutes. Afterward, cool them under cold water, then peel and chop.

Step 4: Assemble the Salad Base

  • In a large salad bowl, add the mixed greens as the base. Ensure the greens are clean and dry for the best texture.

Step 5: Add the Main Ingredients

  • On top of the greens, add the diced chicken, crumbled bacon, halved cherry tomatoes, hard-boiled eggs, and crumbled blue cheese.

Step 6: Add Avocado and Dressing

  • Slice the avocado and distribute it over the top of the salad. Drizzle the red wine vinaigrette evenly over the whole salad.

Step 7: Toss and Serve

  • Gently toss the salad to combine all the elements without breaking the avocado. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use Fresh Ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your salad will taste. Look for vibrant greens and ripe avocados.
  • Don’t Skip the Dressing: Make sure to dress the salad just before serving to keep everything crisp.
  • Customize It: Feel free to add in your favorite ingredients, like nuts or different cheeses. Variety keeps it exciting.
  • Meal Prep: You can prep the ingredients in advance. Keep the dressing separate until you’re ready to eat to maintain freshness.
  • Serving Size: This salad can be a light meal or a side. Adjust the ingredients according to your appetite.

Nutrition

Calories: 500kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 36g | Fiber: 7g
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