Description
A classic Chicken Caesar Salad with grilled chicken, romaine lettuce, croutons, and a creamy Caesar dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups romaine lettuce (chopped)
- 1 pound chicken breast (grilled and sliced)
- 1/2 cup croutons (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill over medium-high heat for about 6–7 minutes per side or until cooked through and no longer pink in the center. Let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, sliced grilled chicken, croutons, and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Drizzle the Caesar dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are well coated.
- Divide the salad among serving plates. Optionally, sprinkle extra Parmesan cheese and croutons on top for garnish.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your Chicken Caesar Salad.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Adjust the amount of dressing as per your taste.
- Store leftover dressing in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg