Chicken Cesar Salad
Prepare a classic chicken Caesar salad with grilled chicken, homemade dressing, and fresh romaine lettuce.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Qty. | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Breast (boneless, skinless) | 750 | Grams |
| Romaine Lettuce (washed and chopped) | 2 | Head |
| Parmesan Cheese (grated) | 100 | Grams |
| Croutons (store-bought or homemade) | 2 | Cup |
| Caesar Dressing (homemade or store-bought) | 1 | Cup |
| Olive Oil (for grilling) | 2 | Tbsp |
| Salt (for seasoning) | 1 | Tsp |
| Black Pepper (freshly ground) | 1 | Tsp |
| Lemon (juiced) | 1 | Count |
| Garlic (minced) | 1 | Clove |
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Grill the chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce, croutons, and grated parmesan cheese.
- Add the sliced grilled chicken to the salad.
- Drizzle Caesar dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salad and add minced garlic for extra flavor.
- Serve the salad immediately, garnished with additional parmesan cheese if desired.
Prep
- Thaw chicken breasts in the refrigerator overnight if frozen.
Kitchen equipment
Grill or Grill Pan