Chicken for Caesar Salad
Elevate your Caesar salad with perfectly seasoned, succulent chicken breasts that are bursting with flavor. This easy-to-follow recipe combines aromatic garlic powder, smoky paprika, and zesty lemon juice for a well-rounded taste that complements the crisp greens and creamy dressing of a classic Caesar salad. Cooked to golden perfection in a skillet, the chicken’s juicy texture and lightly charred edges add a delightful contrast to the salad’s crunch. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this quick recipe ensures weeknight salads feel gourmet. Whether served as strips or cubes, this chicken is the ideal protein-packed topping to transform your Caesar salad into a satisfying main course. Perfect for meal preps, lunch ideas, or a healthy dinner option!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Start by patting the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel. This helps the seasoning stick better and gives a better sear.
Rub both sides of the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
Evenly sprinkle the seasoning mixture over both sides of the chicken breasts, pressing gently to adhere the spices to the surface.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Swirl the oil to coat the pan evenly.
Carefully place the chicken breasts in the skillet. Cook without moving them for 6-7 minutes on the first side, or until a deep golden-brown crust forms.
Flip the chicken breasts and cook for another 6-7 minutes on the second side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when measured with a meat thermometer.
Remove the skillet from heat and squeeze lemon juice over the chicken breasts for a bright, fresh finish.
Allow the chicken breasts to rest for 5 minutes before slicing them into strips or cubes to serve atop your Caesar salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
848 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.8 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 296 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 1442 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.2 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 108.8 g | 218% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 54 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 977 mg | 21% | |
*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.
