Description
Ultimate Caesar Chicken is a savory and satisfying dish featuring juicy grilled chicken coated in creamy Caesar dressing, served atop crisp romaine. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 3 Cloves Fresh Garlic
- ½ Cup Caesar Dressing
- ½ Cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 4 Cups Romaine Lettuce
- 2 Tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
- 2 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 Cup Croutons
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping garlic and washing the lettuce.
- Marinate the chicken in olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt for at least 30 minutes.
- Sear marinated chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat until golden brown and cooked through (about 6-7 minutes per side).
- In a large bowl, toss chopped romaine with croutons and Caesar dressing until evenly coated.
- Top the salad with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Serve grilled chicken on top of the salad and drizzle with extra dressing if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: - For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. - Swap traditional Caesar dressing for a yogurt-based version for a lighter option. - Add crispy bacon or fresh herbs like parsley for an extra twist.