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Recipe by:

Dana Ramsey

Balsamic Chicken Cobb Salad with Pasta

A delicious Balsamic Chicken Cobb Salad with Pasta that's perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Group: Ingredients
  • 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • ½ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 3 Tbsp. olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 8 oz. pasta (fusilli or rotini recommended)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 each avocado, diced
  • 4 strips cooked bacon, crumbled
  • 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
  • ½ cup crumbled blue cheese
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Equipment

  • Grill pan
  • Large pot
  • Large serving bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well-coated in the marinade. Let this sit for at least 30 minutes.
  2. While the chicken is marinating, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  3. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for about 7-8 minutes per side, or until it’s no longer pink in the center. Let it rest for about 5 minutes before slicing into strips.
  4. In a large serving bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, cooked pasta, and crumbled bacon. Gently toss these ingredients together.
  5. Lay the sliced chicken on top of the salad and sprinkle the blue cheese over everything. Drizzle with a little extra balsamic vinegar and olive oil, if desired.
  6. Sprinkle chopped parsley for a fresh touch and serve.

Notes

Ensure the chicken is marinated properly for maximum flavor. Adjust ingredients based on your preference.