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Southwest Style Cobb Salad with Smoky Chipotle Dressing

This Southwest Style Cobb Salad delivers 40g protein and 659 calories per serving with 8 batch servings from one prep. The smoky chipotle dressing comes together on the stovetop, then everything assembles cold for grab-and-go lunches throughout the week. Structure your salads with measured protein portions instead of guessing when you're tracking macros.

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Ingredients

8 servings
  • Mayonnaise, Chipotle(120g)
  • Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(907g)

    Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.

  • Freshly Cracked Black Pepper, Plus More For Serving
  • Mayonnaise, Chipotle(120g)
  • Olive oil(60g)

    Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.

  • Cilantro, Fresh(60g)
  • Lime Juice, Fresh(80g)
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • Paprika, Smoked(3g)
  • Cumin, Ground(3g)
  • Honey(10g)
  • Lettuce, Romaine(2400g)
  • Bacon, Pork
  • Tomato, Cherry(240g)
  • Corn, Sweet, Frozen(240g)
  • Avocado
  • Beans, Black, Canned, Drained(240g)
  • Cheese, Pepper Jack(240g)
  • Egg, Whole, Large
  • Cilantro, Fresh(60g)
  • Green Onion (Scallion)(120g)

Instructions

  1. 1Heat a grill or grill pan over high heat for 2–3 minutes until hot. While the grill preheats, pat the chicken dry and coat evenly with the chipotle mayonnaise.
  2. 2Place the chicken on the grill, reduce heat to medium, and cook undisturbed for 5 minutes. Flip and continue cooking, rotating occasionally, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F on an instant-read thermometer, about 10–12 minutes longer. Transfer to a cutting board and rest for 5 minutes, then thinly slice.
  3. 3While the chicken cooks, hard-boil the eggs: place them in a pot of cold water, bring to a boil over high heat, then remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 10 minutes. Transfer to ice water, cool completely, then peel and halve.
  4. 4In a small bowl, whisk together the chipotle mayonnaise, olive oil, fresh cilantro, lime juice, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and honey until smooth. Season to taste with black pepper.
  5. 5Thaw the frozen corn in a microwave-safe bowl on high for 2–3 minutes, stirring halfway through, until warmed through. Drain the canned black beans and rinse under cold water.
  6. 6In a large bowl, combine the romaine lettuce with half of the dressing and toss to coat. Arrange the dressed lettuce evenly across 8 airtight containers or meal-prep bowls.
  7. 7Top each container with an equal portion of the sliced chicken, cooked bacon, halved eggs, cherry tomatoes, warmed corn, black beans, sliced avocado, and pepper jack cheese. Drizzle each with the remaining dressing and garnish with fresh cilantro and sliced green onions.
  8. 8Cover and refrigerate. Consume within 3–4 days.

Nutrition — Per Serving

659

calories

40g

protein

45g

fat

Carbohydrates
28g
Saturated fat
11.1g
Sodium
543 mg
Dietary fiber
8.6g

8 servings per batch · ~613g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Southwest Style Cobb Salad with Smoky Chipotle Dressing have per serving?

Each serving delivers 40g of protein and 659 calories with 45g fat and 28g carbs. The fat content comes from the chipotle dressing and whole-food toppings, providing sustained satiety.

How long does Southwest Style Cobb Salad with Smoky Chipotle Dressing take to prep and how many servings does it make?

Quick prep yields 8 servings in a single batch on the stovetop, making this the highest-yield recipe in the southwest lineup. You can prepare over a week of lunches with one cooking and assembly session.

Is Southwest Style Cobb Salad good for muscle gain?

At 40g protein and 659 calories per serving, this salad works well for muscle gain phases while keeping carbs moderate at 28g. The high fat content supports hormone production and nutrient absorption during training blocks.

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