Chicken Caesar Salad
Description:
This Chicken Caesar Salad recipe yields about 8 large servings, perfect for a hearty meal or a gathering with friends and family. However, if you need to adjust the quantity, it’s easily scalable. One of the best parts? The homemade dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a month or two, maintaining its freshness and flavor over time.
Recipe Category: Chicken
Keywords: Poultry, Meat, Mexican, Low Cholesterol, <30 Mins, Small Appliance
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 458.3
- Fat Content: 37.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 8g
- Cholesterol Content: 85.7mg
- Sodium Content: 394.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 14.8g
- Fiber Content: 7.5g
- Sugar Content: 6.2g
- Protein Content: 19.6g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | Chicken breast halves |
| 4 | Romaine lettuce hearts |
| 4 | Tomatoes |
| 1-2 | Orange sweet bell pepper |
| 2 | Yellow sweet pepper |
| 1 | Hard-boiled eggs |
| NA | Parmesan cheese |
| NA | Croutons |
| 1 | Garlic |
| 3 | Dijon mustard |
| 2 | Feta cheese |
| 2 | Anchovy fillets |
| 4 | Worcestershire sauce |
| 1 | Tabasco sauce |
Instructions:
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Grill the Chicken Breasts: Start by grilling the chicken breasts until they are cooked through and have a nice charred exterior. This step adds a delicious smoky flavor to the salad.
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Slice the Chicken: Once the chicken breasts are grilled, allow them to cool slightly before slicing them horizontally. This ensures that the chicken stays juicy and doesn’t fall apart when added to the salad.
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Prepare the Salad Base: Place the romaine lettuce hearts in the bottom of a large salad bowl or divide them evenly among two bowls. The crisp and fresh lettuce will serve as the base for the salad.
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Make the Dressing: In a food processor or blender, combine garlic, Dijon mustard, feta cheese, anchovy fillets, Worcestershire sauce, and Tabasco sauce. Blend until smooth, creating a creamy and flavorful dressing that will tie all the ingredients together.
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Toss with Dressing: Drizzle the prepared dressing over the lettuce and toss well to ensure that each leaf is coated evenly. Be careful not to overdress the salad; you want just enough dressing to enhance the flavors without overwhelming them.
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Assemble the Salad: Arrange the sliced chicken breasts, tomato wedges, pepper slices, hard-boiled egg slices, and croutons on top of the dressed lettuce. This creates a colorful and satisfying array of ingredients that will delight your taste buds.
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Final Touches: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the assembled salad for a burst of savory flavor. Grate fresh pepper over the surface for an extra kick, although you may find that the salad doesn’t need any additional salt due to the flavorful dressing.
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Serve and Enjoy: Once the salad is assembled, it’s ready to be served! Enjoy this Chicken Caesar Salad as a main course or as a side dish alongside your favorite meal. It’s sure to be a hit with everyone at the table!
Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or simply craving a nutritious and satisfying meal, this Chicken Caesar Salad recipe is a winner every time. With its tender grilled chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, and flavorful homemade dressing, it’s a dish that’s as delicious as it is versatile. Plus, with simple preparation and readily available ingredients, it’s easy to whip up whenever the craving strikes. So gather your ingredients, fire up the grill, and get ready to enjoy a classic salad that’s sure to become a favorite in your household! 🥗🍗🍅
