Cobb Salad with Balsamic Shallot Vinaigrette

Cobb Salad with Balsamic Shallot Vinaigrette
You can never have too many main course recipes, so give Cobb Salad with Balsamic Shallot Vinaigrette a try. This recipe serves 4. One serving contains 503 calories, 38g of protein, and 32g of fat. Head to the store and pick up turkey bacon, balsamic vinegar, tomatoes, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 45 minutes. This recipe is typical of American cuisine. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free and primal diet.

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1 To make the vinaigrette, combine the vinegar, salt,and pepper in a blender. With the machine running,gradually add the oil.
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Add the shallots and pulsebriefly to combine.
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Pour into a serving bowl and setaside.
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2 Pound each chicken breast half between 2 heavy dutyplastic bags with a flat meat pounder to an even1/2-inch thickness. Season with the salt and pepper.
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Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium highheat.
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Add the chicken and cook, turning halfwaythrough cooking, until golden brown on both sides,about 6 minutes.
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Add ¼ cup water, reduce the heatto medium-low, and cover. Simmer until the chickenfeels firm when pressed in the center, about 8 minutes.Uncover, increase the heat to high, and cook untilthe liquid is evaporated and the chicken is sizzling,about 1 minute.
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Transfer chicken to a carving boardand let cool.
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Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
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Spread the lettuce on a large platter. Top with thechicken, tomatoes, avocados, bacon, hard-boiledeggs, and blue cheese arranged in rows.
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Serve immediately,with the vinaigrette passed on the side.
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Adapted from Diamond Dishes by Julie Loria (Lyons Press/ $24.9
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Excerpts copyright 2011 by Julie Loria, with permission of Lyons Press
DifficultyHard
Ready In45 m.
Servings4
Health Score46
CuisinesAmerican
Dish TypesSalad
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