Best 6 Chilis Southwestern Cobb Salad Recipes

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Calling all salad lovers! Get ready for a tantalizing fusion of flavors and textures with Chili's Southwestern Cobb Salad. This dish takes the classic Cobb salad to a whole new level with its unique Southwestern twist. With three different recipes packed into one article, you'll discover a symphony of flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing. From the crisp, refreshing greens to the savory grilled chicken, smoky bacon, tangy blue cheese, and the zesty chili-lime dressing, every bite promises an explosion of taste. Whether you're a fan of classic Cobb salad or looking for something new and exciting, this Southwestern rendition is sure to satisfy your cravings. So, prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will transport you to the vibrant flavors of the Southwest, one bite at a time.

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SOUTHWESTERN COBB SALAD



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Our version of this classic salad is a variation on the original, concocted late one hungry night by Robert Cobb from leftovers in the kitchen of his famous Los Angeles restaurant, the Brown Derby. It has a Southwestern spin.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice, plus juice of 2 limes
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon crushed red-pepper flakes
4 boneless, skinless chicken-breast halves
4 large eggs
1/2 pound thick-sliced bacon
1 yellow bell pepper
1 poblano pepper
1 tomato, seeded and cut in 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup roughly chopped pitted black olives (2 1/2 ounces)
1 sweet onion, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 ripe but firm Hass avocados, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (optional)
1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 small head romaine, torn in 1-inch pieces
Green Goddess Dressing for Southwestern Cobb Salad

Steps:

  • Combine 1/4 cup lime juice, 1/4 cup oil, soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, and redpepper flakes in a small bowl. Place chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag. Pour marinade into bag, and refrigerate at least 1 hour or overnight.
  • Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lift chicken from bag, allowing excess marinade to drain off. Cook until grill marks appear and chicken is cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Cool chicken completely, and cut into 1/2-inch pieces; set aside.
  • Place eggs in a saucepan with cold water to cover. Bring to a boil. Cover; remove from heat. Let sit 11 minutes. Drain; rinse under cold running water until cooled. Peel and roughly chop eggs; set aside.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook bacon until crisp, and drain on paper towels. Crumble when cool; set aside.
  • Place yellow and poblano peppers directly on the trivet of a gas burner over high heat or on the grill or grill pan used for chicken. Turn peppers with tongs as they char. (Alternatively, place peppers on a baking pan; broil in oven, turning as each side becomes charred.) Transfer to a large bowl; cover immediately with plastic wrap. Let peppers sweat until cool enough to handle. Peel off blackened skin and discard. Remove seeds; chop yellow pepper into 1/2-inch pieces and poblano into 1/4-inch pieces; set aside separately.
  • In a bowl, combine yellow pepper, tomato, olives, and half the chopped onion. Sprinkle with salt and pepper; set aside. In another bowl, combine poblano with avocados, 1/4 cup cilantro, lime juice, cayenne pepper (if using), and remaining 1/2 teaspoon cumin; season with salt and pepper; set aside.
  • Combine black beans with remaining 1/4 cup cilantro and chopped onion. Drizzle with remaining olive oil, and season with salt and pepper; set aside.
  • Arrange romaine on a platter. Arrange chicken, eggs, bacon, tomato, avocado, and bean mixture in sections across the romaine. Drizzle with dressing; serve.

SOUTHWESTERN COBB SALAD



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Here's a classic Cobb salad with a Southwestern accent, thanks to black beans, chunky salsa and a blend of Mexican-style shredded cheeses.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Special Occasion Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 14 servings, about 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pkg. (10 oz. each) mixed baby salad greens
2 pkg. (6 oz. each) OSCAR MAYER CARVING BOARD Southwestern Seasoned Chicken Breast Strip
4 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
1 can (15.5 oz.) black beans, rinsed
1 cup KRAFT Mexican Style Finely Shredded Four Cheese
12 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, cooked, crumbled
2 small avocados, sliced
2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
2/3 cup KRAFT Classic Ranch Dressing
1/3 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa

Steps:

  • Cover large platter with salad greens.
  • Arrange next 7 ingredients in rows over greens.
  • Mix dressing and salsa until blended; drizzle over salad just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Sodium 560 mg, Carbohydrate 9 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 1 g, Protein 15 g

CHILI'S SOUTHWESTERN COBB SALAD RECIPE - (4/5)



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Provided by á-170456

Number Of Ingredients 27

CORN AND BLACK BEAN RELISH:
1 can black beans - (14 1/2 oz) drained
1 can yellow corn - (14 1/2 oz) drained
3/4 cup diced red bell pepper diced
1/2 cup diced yellow onion diced
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
Crushed black pepper to taste
AVOCADO RANCH DRESSING:
1 cup prepared guacamole
1 1/2 cups bottled ranch dressing
PICO DE GALLO:
1 medium sweet onion chopped
3 medium tomatoes chopped
2 jalapeño peppers - (to 4)
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or to taste
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Salt to taste
Freshly-ground black pepper to taste
COBB SALAD:
5 prepared seasoned chicken patties (3 oz ea)
1 package green salad mix - (16 oz) (iceberg/romaine mix)
3 medium Roma tomatoes diced
1 package bacon - (12 oz) fried crisp, diced (set aside to drain)
3 hard boiled eggs - (or 4) diced
8 ounces Monterey jack and cheddar cheese mix finely grated
1 cup Pico De Gallo (listed above)
Chopped green onions for the garnish

Steps:

  • Corn And Black Bean Relish: Mix black beans, corn, red bell pepper, diced yellow onion, and lemon juice with crushed black pepper in bowl and refrigerate for several hours. This will let the flavors develop. Avocado Ranch Dressing: Mix together well and place in a covered plastic container and refrigerate, unused portion will stay fresh for several days. Pico De Gallo: Remove seeds, stem, and finely chop jalapeño pepper. Mix all ingredients together and refrigerate. Should be used same day. Cobb Salad: Boil eggs and drain. Let them cool. Set aside. Fry bacon until crisp and dice. Set aside. Fry seasoned chicken patties until crisp, drain and set aside. Cut chicken patties into strips, 3/4-inch wide by 2 1/2 inches long, before using. On a large serving platter, place lettuce. Top, in strip fashion, with the remainder of the ingredients. Cover the length of the lettuce in the order given. Left to Right: Lettuce, on whole platter; 1/4 to 1/3 cup shredded Colby/Jack cheese; 1/3 cup pico de gallo; chicken patties strips, diced; 1/2 cup corn and black bean relish mixture; 1 boiled egg, chopped; 1/4 cup crisp bacon, diced; green onions, to taste for the garnish; avocado ranch dressing, along the side of the salad. This recipe yields 3 servings.

COBB SALAD WITH CHILI-LIME DRESSING



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Spice up dinner tonight with a hearty salad that's got something in it for everyone! I made this cobb salad recipe for a party, and it was a huge hit. Hot sauce gives it a little kick, while cilantro and avocado cool things off. -Mary Meek, Toledo, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, undrained
2/3 cup sour cream
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 package (10 ounces) hearts of romaine salad mix
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup chopped tomatoes
1 package (7-1/2 ounces) frozen diced cooked chicken breast, thawed
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1/3 cup real bacon bits

Steps:

  • Place the first seven ingredients in a food processor; cover and process until blended. Chill until serving., In a large bowl, layer the salad mix, beans, cheese, tomatoes, chicken, avocado, onion and bacon bits. Drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 530mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

SOUTHWESTERN COBB SALAD



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Make and share this Southwestern Cobb Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mimi Bobeck

Categories     Onions

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 lb skirt steak, cut into 2-inch pieces
1/3 cup low-fat sour cream
3 tablespoons low-fat milk
1/4 cup chopped green onion
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/3 cups diced poblano peppers (1/2-inch)
1 1/3 cups corn kernels
8 ounces coarsely chopped romaine lettuce (2 quarts)
1 cup sliced california ripe olives
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
3/4 cup crumbled Cotija cheese

Steps:

  • Combine chili powder, cumin, garlic and 3/4 teaspoon salt in a shallow bowl. Toss steak with seasoning, cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • In a small mixing bowl, whisk together sour cream, milk, green onion and remaining salt. Cover and set aside.
  • Heat 1 teaspoon of oil in a medium sized sauté pan over high heat. Add peppers and cook for 3-4 minutes until just tender and lightly charred. Transfer to a clean plate and set aside. Add 1 more teaspoon of oil to pan and sauté corn over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes until golden, then transfer to a separate clean plate. Pour remaining oil into pan, and sauté seasoned steak over high heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring and turning occasionally until browned and cooked through. Transfer to a clean cutting board and chop into thin strips.
  • In a large mixing bowl, toss romaine lettuce with creamy cilantro dressing. Divide onto four plates. Top each plate of lettuce with consecutive strips of poblanos, steak, corn, California Ripe Olives, beans and cotija cheese and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392.8, Fat 18.2, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 56.4, Sodium 744.6, Carbohydrate 31.9, Fiber 9.3, Sugar 2.1, Protein 27.9

SOUTHWESTERN COBB SALAD



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Adapted from Cuisine at Home. They suggest serving on quesadillas, but we like the salad on its own. Adjust the amount of hot sauce in the dressing to suit your taste.

Provided by dianegrapegrower

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 25m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup ranch dressing (your favorite brand)
1 teaspoon hot sauce (your favorite)
1 tablespoon cilantro, minced
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
olive oil
salt and pepper
3 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed
1/2 avocado, diced
4 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed thoroughly
1/2 cup jarred roasted red pepper, diced
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup tortilla chips, crushed
1/2 cup mexican cheese, crumbled (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat grill to medium.
  • Combine all dressing ingredients, cover and chill.
  • Brush chicken with olive oil, season with salt and pepper. Grell 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Allow to cool 5 minutes, and slice into strips across the grain.
  • Toss all salad ingredients together in a large bowl, or arrange decoratively on two plates. Drizzle with 1/2 dressing, and offer the balance at the table.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 635.3, Fat 40.9, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 84.7, Sodium 1440.1, Carbohydrate 34.1, Fiber 11.9, Sugar 5.5, Protein 36

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the tastier your salad will be. Look for ripe avocados, tomatoes, and corn. If you can't find fresh corn, frozen or canned corn will work in a pinch.
  • Don't skimp on the dressing: The dressing is what brings all the flavors of the salad together. Use a good quality dressing, or make your own. The recipe in this article is a great option.
  • Add some crunch: Adding some crunchy elements to your salad will give it a nice textural contrast. Some good options include tortilla chips, bacon, or nuts.
  • Make it your own: Feel free to customize the salad to your liking. Don't like avocado? Leave it out. Want to add some black beans? Go for it. The possibilities are endless.

Conclusion:

This Southwestern Cobb salad is a delicious and refreshing meal that is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a healthy and satisfying salad, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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