Chicken Caesar Salad

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Crunchy seasoned croutons, creamy homemade dressing, and grilled strips of chicken make this Chicken Caesar Salad an easy dinner that tastes like something straight from a restaurant. Each part is made from scratch, but the salad still comes together in less than 35 minutes.

Prep Time15

Cook Time20

Total Time35

Course: Salad

Cuisine: American

Keyword: chicken caesar salad

Servings: salads

Calories: 431kcal

Author: Jill

Ingredients

For the Croutons:

4-5 slices French bread cut into cubes
2 Tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

For the Chicken:

2-3 chicken cutlets
1 Tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

For the Caesar Dressing:

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated
1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 Tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1-2 garlic cloves minced
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

For the Salad:

2-3 heads romaine lettuce chopped
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese shaved

Instructions

For the croutons:

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Toss the bread cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Spread them on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 10-12 minutes, tossing halfway through, until golden and crispy. Set aside to cool.

For the grilled chicken:

Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat and brush it lightly with olive oil. Season the chicken cutlets with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
Grill the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from the pan and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.

For the dressing:

In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, grated Parmesan, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and minced garlic. Add salt and pepper to taste. If the dressing is too thick, whisk in 1-2 tablespoons of water until it reaches your desired consistency.

Assemble:

Place the chopped romaine lettuce in a large salad bowl. Add a few tablespoons of the Caesar dressing and toss to coat evenly.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the lettuce and toss again.
Divide the lettuce on four salad plates, top with the grilled chicken, croutons, and shaved parmesan cheese.
Drizzle with additional Caesar dressing, if desired, and serve immediately. Enjoy!

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Notes

The salad should be enjoyed immediately but the caesar dressing can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days. The croutons can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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