Description
This Chicken Caesar Salad is a classic dish that combines grilled chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, and a rich Caesar dressing, making it both refreshing and satisfying.
Ingredients
2 boneless
skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
8 cups chopped romaine lettuce (about 2 heads)
1/2 cup freshly shaved Parmesan cheese
2 cups homemade or store-bought croutons
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 garlic cloves
minced
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon anchovy paste (optional for authentic flavor)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and black pepper, then grill for 6-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through and juices run clear.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, sliced chicken, croutons, and shaved Parmesan cheese.
- To make the dressing, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, grated Parmesan, anchovy paste (if using), salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Chicken Caesar Salad!
Notes
For an extra flavor boost, consider adding fresh herbs or a sprinkle of freshly cracked pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Salad
- Method: grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
Keywords: Chicken Caesar Salad, Caesar dressing, grilled chicken salad, healthy recipe