Whole30 Chicken Caesar Salad
Elevate your salad game with this Whole30 Chicken Caesar Salad, a wholesome twist on the classic favorite. Packed with tender oven-baked chicken breasts seasoned to perfection, crisp Romaine hearts, and a dairy-free Caesar dressing made from Whole30-compliant mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, anchovy paste, and nutritional yeast, this recipe brings bold flavors without compromising your Whole30 commitment. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a touch of capers add tangy brightness, while halved cherry tomatoes provide a sweet pop of color and taste. Ready in just 35 minutes, this healthy chicken Caesar salad is perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. Gluten-free, grain-free, and bursting with flavor, it’s a guilt-free recipe that doesn’t skimp on indulgent taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 hearts Romaine lettuce
- 0.5 cup Whole30 compliant mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Anchovy paste
- 1 tablespoon Capers
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Season with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Bake the chicken breasts in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until fully cooked and juices run clear. Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before slicing.
While the chicken is baking, wash and chop the Romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
To make the dressing, in a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, minced garlic, anchovy paste, and capers. Mix well.
Stir in the nutritional yeast to the dressing mix to give it a tangy cheese-like flavor without the use of dairy.
Slice cherry tomatoes in half and set aside.
In a large salad bowl, toss the chopped Romaine lettuce with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and a pinch of salt.
Add the sliced cherry tomatoes.
Top the salad with sliced baked chicken and drizzle the Caesar dressing over the top. Toss everything to combine and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2049 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 147.5 g | 189% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.4 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 368 mg | 123% | |
| Sodium | 4522 mg | 197% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.6 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.4 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.2 g | ||
| Protein | 132.2 g | 264% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 510 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 15.1 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 2981 mg | 63% | |
*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.
