Description
Melt in Your Mouth Caesar Chicken is a delightful dish that combines the rich, creamy flavors of classic Caesar salad with tender, juicy chicken. This recipe is simple to prepare, making it a favorite for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Caesar dressing
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
- Croutons, for garnishing
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, combine chicken breasts with 1/2 cup Caesar dressing, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Allow it to marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight for deeper flavor.
- Preheat Grill or Pan: Heat the grill or stovetop pan over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Cook Chicken: Once hot, remove chicken from marinade and grill for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through. A meat thermometer should read 165°F (75°C).
- Prepare Caesar Sauce: In a small bowl, mix remaining Caesar dressing with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Serve Chicken: Once chicken is grilled, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Assemble: On a serving platter, arrange chopped romaine and place the sliced chicken on top. Drizzle with the Caesar sauce, and add additional grated Parmesan if desired.
- Garnish: Finish with croutons for that delightful crunch and a sprinkle of fresh parsley if using.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Allow the chicken to rest after cooking to keep it juicy.
- Experiment with adding herbs like rosemary or thyme to the marinade.
- Boneless chicken thighs can be used as an alternative to breasts.
- If you don’t have a grill, cook the chicken on a stovetop pan or broil it in the oven.
- This dish is suitable for meal prep and keeps well.
- Using homemade Caesar dressing can enhance the flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1 chicken breast)
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: N/A