Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad (Print Version)
Crisp romaine, grilled chicken, creamy Caesar dressing and Parmesan combine in this hearty salad.
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken
01 -
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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15 ml olive oil
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5 g garlic powder
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5 g dried Italian herbs
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2.5 g salt
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1.25 g ground black pepper
→ Salad
07 -
2 large heads romaine lettuce, washed and chopped
08 -
150 g cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
09 -
50 g croutons
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33 g freshly grated Parmesan cheese
→ Caesar Dressing
11 -
80 g mayonnaise
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16 g freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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15 ml lemon juice
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5 g Dijon mustard
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5 ml Worcestershire sauce
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1 garlic clove, minced
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1.25 g salt
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0.5 g ground black pepper
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2 anchovy fillets, finely chopped (optional)
# Steps:
01 -
Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
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Pat chicken breasts dry and coat with olive oil, garlic powder, dried Italian herbs, salt, and black pepper.
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Place chicken breasts on the hot grill and cook for 6–7 minutes per side, or until thoroughly cooked and juices run clear. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
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In a small bowl, thoroughly whisk mayonnaise, grated Parmesan, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and anchovy fillets until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
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In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes if using, and half of the croutons. Drizzle with half the Caesar dressing and gently toss to coat.
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Arrange sliced grilled chicken on top of the salad. Drizzle with the remaining dressing, sprinkle with grated Parmesan, and add the remaining croutons.
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Serve immediately while fresh and crisp.
# Notes:
01 -
For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken in the oil and seasonings for 30 minutes prior to grilling.
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Feel free to substitute grilled shrimp or tofu for the chicken to suit dietary preferences.
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Store-bought Caesar dressing can be used for convenience, but homemade offers superior freshness.
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Excluding anchovies will result in a gentler flavor profile; increase lemon juice for additional acidity.
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Pair this dish with a chilled Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio for the ideal dining experience.