Description
Experience the delightful blend of crisp romaine, savory grilled chicken, and creamy dressing in this vibrant Chicken Caesar Salad. Perfect for any meal or gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 head fresh romaine lettuce
- 1 cup croutons (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup Caesar dressing
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and juices run clear.
- Chop romaine into bite-sized pieces and rinse under cold water to keep it crisp.
- For homemade croutons, cube bread, toss with olive oil and garlic powder, then bake at 375°F (190°C) until golden brown.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine, sliced grilled chicken, croutons, and grated Parmesan.
- Drizzle Caesar dressing and lemon juice over the salad. Toss gently to coat without crushing the greens.
- Serve immediately and enjoy as a main dish or side!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling/Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: - Experiment with greens: Substitute romaine with kale or add crispy bacon bits for added flavor. - For meal prep: Store salad ingredients separately from the dressing to maintain freshness. Use high-quality Parmesan for richer flavor.