PARTNER POST – Get inspired with creatively crafted Castello Blue Cheese as we celebrate a Summer of Blue with #BluesdayTuesday.
Grilled chicken is served in a Cobb salad, drizzled with a spicy buttermilk and topped with a creamy blue cheese. A cool salad that is great for these last summer days, but hearty enough for a crisp fall afternoon.
By Kelley Simmons
This salad is similar to a traditional cobb salad but with a spin. Grilled chicken and corn are added to this salad and it all is drizzled with an AMAZING spicy buttermilk ranch dressing. Loaded with cayenne pepper and tabasco for a hint of spice. 
The Castello Blue Cheese makes this salad. It’s super creamy and tangy. Plus they are in slices which makes them perfect for sandwiches, salads or just for snacking! Castello has a wide range of unique blue cheeses.
Castello Summer of Blue — Chicken and Blue Cheese Cobb Salad with Spicy Buttermilk Dressing
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
Description
Grilled chicken is served in a Cobb salad, drizzled with a spicy buttermilk and topped with a creamy blue cheese. A cool salad that is great for these last summer days, but hearty enough for a crisp fall afternoon.
Ingredients
Chicken Cobb Salad
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1 cooked chicken breast, cubed
- 1/4 cup corn, grilled
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup bacon, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons Burger Blue Cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 avocado, diced
Spicy Buttermilk Ranch Dressing
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dried dill
- 1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
Instructions
Chicken Cobb Salad
- To assemble the salad fill two bowls with mixed greens.
- Top with chicken, corn, tomatoes, bacon, blue cheese and avocado.
- Serve immediately with a drizzle of spicy buttermilk ranch dressing!
Spicy Buttermilk Ranch Dressing
- Combine milk and lemon juice in a small bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes.
- Add in mayonnaise, sour cream, cayenne, dill, ground mustard and hot sauce. Whisk to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper and place in the refrigerator until ready to serve. I find it tastes better when it has time to sit, at least an hour.
- Category: Main
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I make the spicy buttermilk dressing less spicy?
To reduce the spice in the dressing, you can decrease the amount of cayenne pepper and Tabasco sauce used. You might also consider adding more buttermilk to dilute the heat.
What kind of chicken should I use for this salad?
Grilled chicken breast works best for this salad, as it provides a nice, smoky flavor that complements the blue cheese and dressing. You can also use leftover rotisserie chicken for convenience.
Can I substitute the Castello Blue Cheese with another type of cheese?
While Castello Blue Cheese is recommended for its creaminess and tang, you can substitute it with any other blue cheese, though the flavor profile may vary.
