Description
Classic Chicken Caesar Salad with Homemade Dressing. This recipe is fresh, flavorful, and uses crisp romaine, juicy chicken, and creamy homemade Caesar dressing.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 2 boiled eggs, quartered
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup homemade croutons (optional)
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1–2 tablespoons water to thin if needed
Instructions
- Preheat grill pan over medium-high heat. Rub chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Grill chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, or until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
- In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, Parmesan, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until smooth. Add water if needed to reach desired consistency.
- In a large bowl, toss romaine with half of the dressing until lightly coated.
- Top with avocado, eggs, tomatoes, and sliced chicken.
- Drizzle remaining dressing over the top and sprinkle with Parmesan and croutons before serving.
Notes
- This salad is a lighter take on the classic.
- It works well for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American