Description
A delicious and satisfying chicken caesar salad featuring juicy chicken, crunchy romaine, and a creamy dressing.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless chicken thighs (or grilled breast)
- 1 head of romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup homemade or store-bought croutons
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (for homemade dressing)
- 1 tsp lemon juice (for homemade dressing)
- 1 tsp anchovy paste (optional, for homemade dressing)
Instructions
- Cook the chicken, seasoning with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and pan-fry in olive oil until golden and juicy. Set aside.
- Chop the romaine and place it in a large bowl. Add croutons.
- If making homemade dressing, whisk together mayo, lemon juice, garlic, parmesan, Dijon mustard, and anchovy paste.
- Toss the lettuce with the dressing, then add sliced chicken and croutons.
- Serve immediately, showered with extra parmesan.
Notes
For a twist, try grilled shrimp or roasted tofu. Keep ingredients separate for meal prep to ensure freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American