Chicken Caesar
Elevate your lunchtime or dinner table with this irresistible Chicken Caesar, a fresh and hearty twist on the classic Caesar salad! Juicy, perfectly grilled chicken breasts seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper pair beautifully with crisp romaine lettuce, crunchy croutons, and a shower of Parmesan cheese. The highlight of this recipe is the rich, creamy homemade Caesar dressing made with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, fresh garlic, and optional anchovy fillets for that signature umami kick. This easy-to-prepare salad comes together in just 35 minutes, making it a delightful option for a quick yet satisfying meal. Serve it as a main course or a show-stopping side dish and enjoy every irresistible bite! Perfect for lovers of healthy, flavor-packed recipes, this Chicken Caesar will be your new go-to favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken breast
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 heads Romaine lettuce
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese
- 1 cups Croutons
- 0.5 cups Mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 pieces Anchovy fillets (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 clove Fresh garlic, minced
Instructions
Preheat the grill or stovetop grill pan over medium heat.
Brush the chicken breasts with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and sprinkle both sides with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Grill the chicken breasts for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from the heat and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
While the chicken rests, prepare the Caesar dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, and anchovy fillets (if using). Slowly add 1 tablespoon of olive oil while whisking to create a smooth emulsion.
Wash and dry the romaine lettuce. Chop it into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.
Add the sliced chicken, Parmesan cheese, and croutons to the bowl with the romaine lettuce.
Drizzle the prepared Caesar dressing over the ingredients and toss gently to combine, ensuring the dressing coats everything evenly.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2269 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 165.4 g | 212% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.8 g | 144% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 391 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 6199 mg | 270% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.8 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.5 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.5 g | ||
| Protein | 114.7 g | 229% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 1012 mg | 78% | |
| Iron | 14.9 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 3305 mg | 70% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
