Oh, how I adore this salad! You all, this week’s recipes have been some of my favorites to share in a long time. I of course love each and every recipe I share with you all, but some feel more special than others. Between the skillet chicken and orzo, those garlic butter pretzels knots, and we can’t forget yesterday’s fun sushi cups. I am loving this week’s recipes! This week’s recipes have so much color and flavor. Plus, each recipe has been simple to toss together, which feels key to me as we head into the summer months. And this salad goes right along with the rest of this week’s recipes, colorful, flavorful, and really simple. My favorite element has to be the creamy avocado ranch dressing. It’s become one of my favorites.
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Go ahead and start with the chicken. I’m a big fan of lemon pepper seasoning, so to keep the recipe simple, that’s what I’m using here. You could also use something a little spicier, like a Cajun seasoning. But I think using something lemony and peppery is so nice in the spring and summer. Toss the chicken with seasonings, then grill it up. For easy grilling, I use chicken tenders, which cook up so fast! While the chicken cooks, get started on the dressing. You’ll need a blender or food processor for the dressing to purée the avocado. Simply add all the ingredients: avocado, yogurt, mayo, lemon, cilantro, chives, dill, and garlic powder to your blender along with salt and pepper. Blend until creamy!! I usually thin the dressing with buttermilk if I have some on hand. Or you can also just use water. The rest is assembly. Toss the greens with the dressing. Now arrange the cherry tomatoes, cheese, crumbled bacon, and avocado on top. I like to include a handful of fresh basil and cilantro as well. Then simply serve up the salad, always with the remaining dressing on the side! If you want to make this ahead of time, I recommend assembling the salad first, but leave the dressing and cubed avocado off until just ready to enjoy. And if you’re hosting friends for dinner – make this! It never disappoints, and it doubles as the prettiest centerpiece for any dinner table! Looking for other fun recipes? Here are a few ideas: Caprese Caesar Pasta Salad Everything Cheddar Tomato Bacon Grilled Cheese Picnic Style Brie and Prosciutto Sandwich Grilled Vegetable Burrata Sandwich Spinach and Artichoke Pita Grilled Cheese. Lastly, if you make this Chicken Cobb Salad with Avocado Ranch, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
