Description
A delicious and healthy twist on the classic Caesar salad, this Grilled Romaine Caesar with Chicken features charred romaine lettuce, grilled chicken, Parmesan cheese, croutons, and Caesar dressing. Perfect for a light and flavorful main course.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Salad:
- 2 heads romaine lettuce (halved lengthwise)
- Extra olive oil for brushing
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup croutons
- Caesar dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness and season with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Grill for 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Grill the Romaine: Brush cut sides of romaine with olive oil and grill cut-side down for 1–2 minutes until charred.
- Assemble the Salad: Slice the grilled chicken and place on grilled romaine. Top with croutons, Parmesan, and Caesar dressing. Serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Grilled romaine adds a smoky twist to the classic Caesar salad.
- Marinate the chicken for added flavor.
- Try this dish with grilled shrimp or salmon for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
