Springtime Chicken Tossed Caesar Salad
Celebrate the season with this vibrant Springtime Chicken Tossed Caesar Salad—a fresh and hearty twist on the classic Caesar. Grilled, perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are nestled atop crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, and tender blanched asparagus, all brought together with a creamy homemade Caesar dressing bursting with zesty lemon and savory anchovy flavors. Shaved Parmesan and crunchy croutons add the perfect finishing touch for a satisfying crunch. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a light yet elegant lunch, this salad is a refreshing way to showcase the best of spring produce. Ready in just 35 minutes and serving four, it’s a deliciously wholesome meal perfect for any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 heads Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup Asparagus spears
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, shaved
- 1 cup Croutons
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Anchovy paste
- 0.5 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Rub the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from the grill, let rest for 5 minutes, and then slice thinly.
Blanch the asparagus: Bring a pot of water to a boil and prepare a bowl of ice water. Add the asparagus to the boiling water and cook for 2 minutes, then transfer to the ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
Wash, dry, and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Slice the cherry tomatoes in half.
To make the dressing, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, anchovy paste, Worcestershire sauce, ground black pepper, and water in a small bowl until smooth.
In a large salad bowl, combine romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, blanched asparagus, shaved Parmesan, and croutons.
Drizzle the prepared Caesar dressing over the top and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.
Top the salad with the sliced grilled chicken.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Springtime Chicken Tossed Caesar Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2584 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 173.1 g | 222% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.0 g | 210% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 536 mg | 179% | |
| Sodium | 5677 mg | 247% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.3 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.4 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.5 g | ||
| Protein | 172.2 g | 344% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1876 mg | 144% | |
| Iron | 19.0 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 3728 mg | 79% | |
*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.
