Soy-Free Chicken Caesar Salad
Elevate your lunch or dinner game with this irresistible Soy-Free Chicken Caesar Salad, a fresh and flavorful twist on the classic favorite. Perfect for those avoiding soy, this recipe features tender, grilled chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, and golden-brown homemade croutons for extra crunch. The creamy Caesar dressing is a standout, made from scratch with tangy lemon juice, savory anchovy paste, Dijon mustard, and Parmesan cheese for an authentically bold flavor. Easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this wholesome salad is a satisfying, protein-packed meal that’s ideal for family gatherings or a quick weekday treat. Whether served as a main course or a side dish, this soy-free creation is sure to impress all your Caesar salad fans.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 heads romaine lettuce
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 4 pieces anchovy fillets
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 large garlic clove
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 to taste salt and black pepper
- 4 slices French bread
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
Preheat your grill or grilling pan over medium-high heat.
Brush the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and no longer pink inside. Set aside to rest before slicing.
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the croutons. Cut the French bread slices into cubes.
Heat a pan over medium heat and add butter. Once melted, add the bread cubes and toss to coat.
Allow the bread cubes to cook until golden brown and crispy, stirring occasionally. Set croutons aside.
Make the dressing by mashing together the anchovy fillets and garlic clove in a bowl until it forms a paste.
Add the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, and remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the bowl. Whisk together until smooth.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese into the dressing and mix well. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
Slice the grilled chicken breasts into thin strips and layer them on top of the lettuce.
Drizzle the salad with the prepared Caesar dressing.
Add the croutons on top and toss the salad gently to combine everything evenly.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Soy-Free Chicken Caesar Salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3891 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 279.4 g | 358% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.3 g | 251% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 767 mg | 256% | |
| Sodium | 7373 mg | 321% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.3 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.3 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.4 g | ||
| Protein | 209.4 g | 419% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.7 mcg | 43% | |
| Calcium | 1239 mg | 95% | |
| Iron | 25.9 mg | 144% | |
| Potassium | 4060 mg | 86% | |
*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.
