Description
This Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad is the perfect blend of freshness and flavor, featuring tender, juicy grilled chicken atop crisp romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, and a creamy homemade Caesar dressing. Ideal for lunch, dinner, or a hearty side dish.
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup croutons (optional)
For the Chicken Marinade:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Caesar Dressing:
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken:
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Dijon mustard, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish, pour the marinade over them, and coat well.
- Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 8 hours.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing into bite-sized pieces.
- Prepare the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Assemble the Salad:
- In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, and croutons if using.
- Arrange the grilled chicken slices on top.
- Drizzle with the Caesar dressing and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Serve:
- Plate the salad, garnish with additional Parmesan cheese if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For an extra kick, sprinkle some freshly cracked black pepper or red pepper flakes over the salad.
- To lighten the dressing, substitute Greek yogurt for part of the mayonnaise.
- Pair with a crusty baguette or garlic bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: ~340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg