Description
This Classic Chicken Caesar Salad is a restaurant-worthy dish you can make right at home in under 30 minutes. With juicy grilled chicken, crunchy homemade croutons, crisp romaine lettuce, and a creamy Caesar dressing, it’s the perfect mix of flavors and textures. Ideal for a quick lunch, easy dinner, or healthy snack, it fits effortlessly into your list of go-to dinner ideas. Whether you’re craving a protein-packed meal or looking for fresh, balanced food ideas, this easy recipe delivers on all fronts.
Ingredients
2 heads romaine lettuce
2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 1/2 cups croutons
1/3 cup Caesar dressing
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
1. Season the chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
2. Grill or pan-sear the chicken over medium heat for 5–6 minutes per side until fully cooked (165°F).
3. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
4. Cut bread into cubes, toss with olive oil and garlic powder, and bake at 375°F for 10–15 minutes until golden.
5. Chop the romaine lettuce, wash, and dry thoroughly.
6. Toss the lettuce with Caesar dressing in a large bowl until coated.
7. Add croutons and grated Parmesan to the salad.
8. Top with sliced grilled chicken.
9. Finish with extra Parmesan and freshly cracked black pepper before serving.
Notes
Let the chicken rest before slicing to retain moisture.
Use fresh, dry romaine for best dressing coverage.
Make the croutons in advance to save time.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg