Costco Chicken Bake Salad Bowl

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This vibrant dish combines tender roasted chicken and crispy bacon with fresh romaine, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan add creamy richness, while crunchy croutons provide texture. The creamy Caesar-style dressing, made from mayonnaise, sour cream, Parmesan, lemon juice, and garlic, ties the flavors together perfectly. Ready in just over 30 minutes, it’s a balanced and satisfying meal with smoky, fresh, and tangy notes. Ideal for a quick lunch or light dinner.

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By Rachel Moore

Updated on Wed, 26 Nov 2025 08:51:00 GMT

Costco Chicken Bake Salad Bowl: A delicious close-up of the flavorful salad with crispy bacon and juicy chicken. | bloomoven.com

A fresh, hearty salad inspired by the flavors of the famous Costco Chicken Bake, featuring roasted chicken, crisp greens, smoky bacon, cheese, and a creamy Caesar-inspired dressing.

I have always loved this salad for its blend of smoky bacon and creamy dressing that brings the Costco Chicken Bake experience home.

Ingredients

Chicken & Bacon: 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
Greens & Vegetables: 6 cups romaine lettuce, chopped 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
Cheeses & Bread: 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese, grated 1 cup croutons
Creamy Caesar-Style Dressing: 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup sour cream 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp Dijon mustard 1 garlic clove, minced 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Prepare the dressing:: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Parmesan, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until smooth. Set aside or chill.
Combine vegetables:: In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
Add proteins and cheese:: Add the diced cooked chicken, crumbled bacon, mozzarella, and grated Parmesan to the salad.
Toss with dressing:: Drizzle with the creamy Caesar-style dressing and toss gently to combine.
Top with croutons:: Top with croutons just before serving to maintain their crunch.
Serve:: Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.

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This dish always brings my family together around the table to enjoy the bold flavors and fresh ingredients.

Required Tools

Large salad bowl Knife and cutting board Small whisk or fork (for dressing) Salad tongs or serving utensils

Allergen Information

Contains Dairy (cheese, sour cream), Eggs (mayonnaise), Gluten (croutons, Worcestershire sauce may contain gluten), Fish (Worcestershire sauce may contain anchovies). Double-check all packaged ingredients for potential allergens.

Nutritional Information

Calories 520 Total Fat 35 g Carbohydrates 18 g Protein 36 g per serving

This salad is perfect as a light but satisfying meal any day of the week.

Costco Chicken Bake Salad Bowl

Hearty bowl with roasted chicken, smoky bacon, crisp greens, cheese, and creamy Caesar dressing.

Prep Duration

20 min

Cook Duration

15 min

Entire Time

35 min

Created by Rachel Moore

Recipe Group Everyday Dinners

Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Type American

Makes 4 Portions

Dietary Info None specified

Ingredient List

Chicken & Bacon

01 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded

02 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

Greens & Vegetables

01 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce

02 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

03 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion

Cheeses & Bread

01 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

02 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

03 1 cup croutons

Creamy Caesar-Style Dressing

01 1/2 cup mayonnaise

02 1/4 cup sour cream

03 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

04 1 tablespoon lemon juice

05 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

06 1 garlic clove, minced

07 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

08 Salt and black pepper, to taste

Directions

Step 01

Prepare Dressing: Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Parmesan, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Set aside or refrigerate.

Step 02

Combine Salad Base: In a large bowl, toss chopped romaine lettuce with halved cherry tomatoes and sliced red onion.

Step 03

Add Proteins and Cheese: Incorporate diced cooked chicken breast, crumbled bacon, shredded mozzarella, and grated Parmesan into the salad mixture.

Step 04

Dress the Salad: Drizzle the creamy Caesar-style dressing over the salad and toss gently to evenly distribute.

Step 05

Add Croutons: Sprinkle croutons on top just before serving to maintain their crispness.

Step 06

Serve: Plate immediately and optionally garnish with additional grated Parmesan cheese.

Essential Tools

Large salad bowl
Knife and cutting board
Small whisk or fork
Salad tongs or serving utensils

Allergy Notes

Review ingredients to spot any allergens and ask your healthcare provider if you're unsure.

Contains dairy (cheese, sour cream), eggs (mayonnaise), gluten (croutons, Worcestershire sauce may contain gluten), and fish (Worcestershire sauce may contain anchovies). Verify all packaged ingredients for allergens.

Nutrition Details (per portion)

Use this info as a reference only; it doesn’t replace health guidance.

Caloric Value: 520
Fats: 35 g
Carbohydrates: 18 g
Proteins: 36 g