Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad (Printable)

A fresh, satisfying dish combining grilled chicken, romaine, shaved Parmesan, and creamy dressing with crunchy croutons.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Grilled Chicken

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
05 - ½ teaspoon salt
06 - ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Caesar Salad

07 - 1 large head romaine lettuce, washed and chopped
08 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
09 - ½ cup shaved Parmesan cheese
10 - 1 cup croutons

→ Caesar Dressing

11 - ⅓ cup mayonnaise
12 - 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
13 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
14 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
15 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
16 - 1 garlic clove, minced
17 - ½ teaspoon anchovy paste (optional)
18 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
02 - Brush chicken breasts with olive oil, then season both sides with garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
03 - Grill chicken breasts 6 to 7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from grill, let rest 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
04 - Whisk together mayonnaise, grated Parmesan, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, and anchovy paste if using. Season with salt and black pepper.
05 - Toss chopped romaine lettuce with enough dressing to coat lightly.
06 - Gently fold in cherry tomatoes (optional), shaved Parmesan cheese, and croutons.
07 - Top salad with sliced grilled chicken, drizzle with extra dressing, garnish with additional Parmesan if desired, and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Fresh and satisfying meal
  • Homemade creamy dressing
02 -
  • Anchovy paste adds authentic Caesar flavor but can be omitted.
  • For a lighter dressing, use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
03 -
  • Always rest grilled chicken to keep it juicy when sliced.
  • Use fresh grated Parmesan for the best flavor in dressing and salad topping.
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