Description
A fresh, protein-packed twist on the classic Caesar salad with juicy grilled chicken, homemade dressing, and a crunchy topping of croutons and shaved Parmesan. Perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup croutons (optional)
For the Chicken Marinade:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Caesar Dressing:
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- You can also add a hard-boiled egg for extra protein or swap the croutons for a gluten-free option if preferred.
- For a lighter dressing, you can substitute half of the mayo with Greek yogurt.
Notes
Grilled Chicken Caesar, Caesar Salad, Protein-Packed Salad, Homemade Caesar Dressing, Grilled Chicken Salad
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg