Easy Cajun Chicken Caesar Salad
Spice up your classic Caesar salad with this Easy Cajun Chicken Caesar Salad recipe, a perfect fusion of bold, zesty flavors and timeless comfort. Juicy chicken breasts are coated in Cajun seasoning, pan-seared to golden perfection, and sliced into tender strips that pack a flavorful punch. Tossed with crisp romaine lettuce, crunchy croutons, shredded Parmesan, and creamy Caesar dressing, this salad is both hearty and refreshing. A squeeze of fresh lemon elevates each bite with a bright, citrusy note. Ready in just under 30 minutes and serving up to four, this easy-to-make dish is ideal for busy weeknights or a light, satisfying lunch. Perfect for fans of quick, flavorful dinners, this recipe brings together Cajun spice and Caesar salad sophistication effortlessly!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Croutons
- 0.5 cups Caesar dressing
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 pieces Lemon wedges
Instructions
Start by preparing the chicken. Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and pat them dry with paper towels.
Rub 2 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the chicken breasts.
Cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the outside is golden and slightly charred.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
While the chicken rests, prepare the salad. Rinse and dry 1 head of romaine lettuce, then chop it into bite-sized pieces. Transfer the lettuce to a large salad bowl.
Add 0.5 cups of shredded Parmesan cheese and 1 cup of croutons to the salad bowl with the lettuce.
Drizzle 0.5 cups of Caesar dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Arrange the sliced Cajun chicken strips on top of the salad.
Garnish the salad with extra Parmesan cheese and serve with lemon wedges on the side for a zesty finish.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Easy Cajun Chicken Caesar Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1504 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.9 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.1 g | 96% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 350 mg | 117% | |
| Sodium | 7748 mg | 337% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 87.8 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.0 g | ||
| Protein | 141.0 g | 282% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1002 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1364 mg | 29% | |
*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.
