Ingredients:

  • 2 large chicken breasts (approx 1 lb), pounded to 1/2 inch thickness
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, diced
  • 4 large eggs, hard-boiled
  • 1 large avocado, cubed
  • 2 medium tomatoes, deseeded and diced
  • 6 cups Romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 2 cups watercress, chopped
  • 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles
  • 1/4 cup fresh chives, minced
  • 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp cracked black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Prep the Chicken. Season the 2 large chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in your skillet over medium high heat.
  2. Sear the Protein. Place the chicken in the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side. Note: This creates the Maillard reaction, giving us that savory crust.
  3. Check the Temp. Use a thermometer to ensure the chicken hits 165°F. Remove it and let it rest on a board.
  4. Crisp the Bacon. In the same skillet, cook the 6 slices of diced bacon until they are golden and the fat is rendered. Drain them on paper towels so they stay crunchy.
  5. Build the Emulsion. In a small jar, combine 1/3 cup red wine vinegar, 1 tbsp Dijon, 1 tsp honey, 1 minced garlic clove, salt, and pepper.
  6. Stream the Oil. Slowly add the 2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil while whisking or shaking until the mixture is thick and velvety.
  7. Dice the Goods. Peel the 4 hard boiled eggs. Cube the eggs, avocado, and 2 tomatoes into 1/2 inch pieces.
  8. Prepare the Base. Toss the 6 cups of Romaine and 2 cups of watercress together in a large bowl or platter.
  9. The Layout. Arrange the chicken, bacon, eggs, tomatoes, avocado, and 1/2 cup blue cheese in neat rows across the greens.
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