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Chicken Cobb Salad

This classic chicken cobb salad is a sophisticated choice for a nutritious lunch or light evening meal. Featuring tender shredded chicken, crisp bacon, and perfectly jammy eggs, it offers a wonderful contrast of textures and temperatures. The use of bitter frisée greens provides a fresh base that balances the richness of the avocado and the savoury notes of the meat.

As a diabetes-friendly recipe, this dish is naturally high in protein and healthy fats while remaining low in carbohydrates. Using a shop-bought rotisserie chicken makes preparation incredibly quick, while the warm mustard dressing, made using the juices from the pan, adds a professional depth of flavour. Serve this colourful platter at the centre of the table for a wholesome, homemade feast.

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Ingredients for Chicken Cobb Salad

  • 6 large eggs, room temperature

  • 110g bacon (about 4 slices)

  • 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

  • 1 teaspoon sugar

  • 60ml extra-virgin olive oil

  • Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

  • 1200g coarsely torn frisée

  • 1/2 rotisserie chicken, meat pulled from bones and shredded (about 475ml )

  • 2 large beefsteak and/or heirloom tomatoes, cut into wedges

  • 1 ripe avocado, quartered

Bring 1925ml water to a boil in a large saucepan. Gently lower eggs into water and boil 7 minutes for medium-set yolks. Immediately transfer eggs to a medium bowl of ice water and chill until cold, about 5 minutes. Peel eggs under running water; set aside.

Place bacon in a dry medium skillet and set over medium-low heat. Cook, turning occasionally, until brown and crisp, 8–10 minutes. Transfer to paper towels and let drain.

Add vinegar, mustard, sugar, and 1 tablespoon water to rendered fat in skillet and whisk until smooth and emulsified. Gradually stream in oil, whisking constantly until a thick dressing forms; season with salt and pepper.

Arrange frisée on a large platter and season with salt and pepper. Drizzle about half of warm dressing over. Cut eggs in half and arrange over frisée along with shredded chicken, tomato wedges, avocado, and bacon (break up bacon if desired). Season salad with salt and pepper and drizzle remaining dressing over.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 28 Jan 2026 | Originally published

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