Chick-Fil-A Style Cobb Salad
A crisp bed of mixed greens topped with warm seasoned grilled chicken, boiled egg, tomatoes, and avocado. Enjoy all the classic flavors with high protein and no added sugar.
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Kim + Lila
Kim created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
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Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Whisk · Mixing bowl
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Instructions
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Next: Heat a skillet over medium heat at…
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Heat a skillet over medium heat at…
Heat a skillet over medium heat at 350°F (175°C) and add 1 tsp of olive oil.
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Season 1 chicken breast with salt and…
Season 1 chicken breast with salt and black pepper, then place it in the heated skillet.
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Cook the chicken for 6 to 8…
Cook the chicken for 6 to 8 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the outside is golden brown.
Look for: the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the outside is golden brown
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Transfer the chicken to a cutting board…
Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing into bite-sized pieces.
Allow: 5 minutes
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Place 2 cups of mixed greens into…
Place 2 cups of mixed greens into a large serving bowl.
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Arrange sliced grilled chicken
Arrange sliced grilled chicken, 1 halved hard-boiled egg, 0.5 cups of halved cherry tomatoes, 0.25 diced avocado, 1 tbsp of crumbled bacon, and 1 tbsp of shredded cheddar cheese in neat rows over the greens.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Whisk 2 tsp of olive oil with…
Whisk 2 tsp of olive oil with 1 tbsp of fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
Look for: emulsified
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Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad…
Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad right before serving.
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