Chick-fil-A salads are known for their fresh ingredients, crispy textures, and satisfying flavors — especially when paired with their signature dressings like Avocado Lime or Creamy Salsa. While the fast-food versions are delicious, you can recreate these healthy and flavorful dishes right in your own kitchen! Whether you’re craving grilled chicken, a southwest kick, or a lighter lunch option, we’ve got four easy Chick-fil-A-inspired salad recipes to try at home.
Health Benefits of Chick-fil-A Inspired Salads
Why These Dishes Are Good for You
These homemade Chick-fil-A-style salads feature lean proteins, crisp greens, colorful vegetables, and light dressings that pack flavor without unnecessary calories. They’re rich in protein, fiber, and essential vitamins — making them perfect for weight management, heart health, and energy-boosting meals.
Salad 1: Chick-fil-A Grilled Chicken Cool Wrap (Homemade Version)
- Difficulty: Easy
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
- Total time: 25 minutes
- Serves: 2
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons buttermilk ranch dressing
- Lettuce wraps or large collard greens (for wrap style)
Execution
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook in olive oil over medium heat until fully cooked and slightly charred (about 6–7 minutes per side). Let cool, then slice thinly.
- In a bowl, combine romaine, cherry tomatoes, carrots, blue cheese, and almonds. Add sliced chicken on top.
- Drizzle with ranch dressing, toss lightly, and wrap in large lettuce leaves or collard greens for a handheld version.
Salad 2: Southwest Chick-fil-A Style Salad
- Difficulty: Easy
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
- Total time: 25 minutes
- Serves: 2
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1/4 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 2 tablespoons salsa or cilantro lime dressing
- Optional: tortilla strips or baked corn chips for crunch
Execution
- Season chicken with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Grill or sauté until cooked through. Slice into strips.
- Toss mixed greens with corn, black beans, and red bell pepper. Top with sliced grilled chicken and avocado.
- Drizzle with salsa or dressing and add tortilla strips for extra crunch.
Salad 3: Market Salad Inspired by Chick-fil-A
- Difficulty: Easy
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 0 minutes
- Total time: 15 minutes
- Serves: 2
Ingredients
- 4 cups spring mix or arugula
- 1/2 cup mandarin orange segments (drained)
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta or goat cheese
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette or honey mustard dressing
- Optional: grilled chicken breast slices
Execution
- Combine spring mix, mandarin oranges, feta cheese, cranberries, and sliced almonds in a bowl.
- If desired, add grilled chicken slices for added protein.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette or honey mustard dressing and serve immediately.
Salad 4: Chick-fil-A Cobb Salad Copycat
- Difficulty: Easy
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
- Total time: 25 minutes
- Serves: 2
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce
- 1 hard-boiled egg, sliced
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons Chick-fil-A sauce or honey BBQ dressing
- Optional: bacon bits or grilled turkey strips
Execution
- Cook chicken with salt and pepper until golden and cooked through. Slice into strips.
- On a bed of lettuce, layer sliced chicken, egg, avocado, blue cheese, and cherry tomatoes.
- Drizzle with Chick-fil-A sauce or honey BBQ dressing and enjoy!
Additional Tips
- Use pre-cooked grilled chicken from the store to save time.
- Swap out any veggies based on seasonality or preference.
- Store dressings separately if meal-prepping for later.
