Chicken Caesar Salad

May 05, 2023May 5, 20230 14

A classic Caesar salad with grilled chicken

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

300

Sugar

Fat

16g

This classic Caesar salad is a crowd-pleaser for good reason. It's easy to make and always delicious. Grilled chicken adds a boost of protein, while croutons and Parmesan cheese provide crunch.

Instructions

1.	Preheat grill to medium-high heat
2.	Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, and grill for 6-8 minutes per side or until cooked through
3.	Let chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice
4.	Wash and dry romaine lettuce, then chop it into bite-sized pieces
5.	Toss the lettuce with Caesar dressing until coated
6.	Top the lettuce with the sliced chicken, croutons, and grated Parmesan cheese
7.	Serve immediately

PROS

High in protein
Low in calories
Easy to make

CONS

High in sodium if using store-bought dressing
May not be filling enough for a full meal

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken provides a good source of lean protein and essential nutrients like selenium and niacin. Romaine lettuce is rich in vitamins A and C, while Parmesan cheese offers calcium and protein.

	2 chicken breasts
	1 head romaine lettuce
	1/2 cup croutons
	1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
	1/2 cup Caesar dressing
	Salt and pepper to taste