Chicken Caesar Salad 🥗
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
This Chicken Caesar Salad recipe, discovered and shared by request from www.cookingvillage.com, takes the classic Caesar salad to new heights by adding succulent strips of tender white chicken, turning it into a hearty and satisfying main course. Bursting with flavor and freshness, it’s a delightful meal that’s ready in no time!
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | Boneless, skinless chicken breasts |
| 1 | Head of romaine lettuce |
| 2 | Hard-boiled eggs |
| 1/4 cup | Parmesan cheese, grated |
| 1 | Cup seasoned croutons |
| 2 cloves | Garlic |
| 1/4 cup | Olive oil |
| 1/4 cup | Fresh lemon juice |
| 2 tbsp | Worcestershire sauce |
| 1 tbsp | Anchovy paste |
| 1 tsp | Dry mustard |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 448.9
- Fat: 23.9g
- Saturated Fat: 5.9g
- Cholesterol: 199.9mg
- Sodium: 492.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 14.3g
- Fiber: 3.9g
- Sugar: 3.3g
- Protein: 43.9g
Instructions:
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Preheat Broiler:
Preheat your broiler to the desired temperature. -
Prepare Chicken:
Wash the chicken breasts and pat them dry with paper towels. -
Broil Chicken:
Place the chicken breasts on a broiler pan and broil them about 4 inches from the heat until they are no longer pink and the juices run clear when pierced with a knife, approximately 15 minutes. -
Slice Chicken:
Once cooked, cut the chicken breasts into 1/2-inch strips and set them aside for later use. -
Prepare Dressing:
In a blender, combine the garlic cloves, grated Parmesan cheese, olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, anchovy paste, and dry mustard. Blend the ingredients until you achieve a smooth consistency. Set the dressing aside. -
Prepare Lettuce:
Wash the romaine lettuce thoroughly and pat it dry. -
Assemble Salad:
Tear the lettuce into large pieces and place them in a large salad bowl. Peel and slice the hard-boiled eggs, and then add them along with the chicken strips to the salad bowl. -
Add Toppings:
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese and seasoned croutons evenly over the top of the salad. -
Dress Salad:
Pour the prepared dressing evenly over the salad ingredients. -
Toss Lightly:
Gently toss the salad to ensure that all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing. -
Serve and Enjoy:
Once tossed, divide the salad among serving plates and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious and satisfying Chicken Caesar Salad!
This recipe promises to delight your taste buds with its combination of tender chicken, crisp lettuce, creamy dressing, and crunchy croutons. It’s perfect for a quick and flavorful meal any day of the week!
