Classic Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad 1769463463549 29kd
A timeless combination of smoky grilled chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, and savory parmesan tossed in a creamy garlic dressing.

Total
35 min
Prep
20 min
Cook
15 min
Serves
4
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Recipe serves 4
Ingredients
- 2 large Chicken Breasts
- 2 heads Romaine Lettuce
- 0.25 cup Olive Oil
- 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese
- 1 cup Croutons
- 0.5 cup Caesar Dressing
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
- 2 minced Garlic Cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
- 2
Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.
- 3
Grill the chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- 4
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
- 5
Wash and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl.
- 6
Add the croutons and shredded parmesan cheese to the lettuce.
- 7
Whisk the Caesar dressing with lemon juice and minced garlic for extra zest.
- 8
Toss the salad with the dressing, top with the sliced chicken, and serve immediately.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
480
24% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 38 g |
| Carbohydrate | 14 g |
| Fat | 32 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 980 mg |
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