Caesar Chicken Bowl (Printable)

Tender grilled chicken breast over crisp romaine with parmesan, croutons, and creamy dressing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.1 pounds)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Salad

07 - 2 large heads romaine lettuce, chopped
08 - 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
09 - 1 1/2 cups croutons

→ Caesar Dressing

10 - 1/3 cup mayonnaise
11 - 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
12 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
13 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
14 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
15 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
16 - Salt and black pepper to taste

# How to Cook:

01 - Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until surface is hot and ready for cooking.
02 - Brush chicken breasts lightly with olive oil and season both sides evenly with garlic powder, Italian herbs, salt, and black pepper.
03 - Place seasoned chicken on the preheated grill and cook for 6 to 7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from heat and allow to rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
04 - While chicken cooks, whisk together mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, and salt and pepper in a small bowl until smooth and emulsified.
05 - In a large salad bowl, toss chopped romaine lettuce with half of the prepared Caesar dressing until evenly coated.
06 - Divide dressed lettuce evenly among 4 serving bowls. Top each portion with sliced grilled chicken, additional parmesan cheese, and croutons.
07 - Drizzle each bowl with additional Caesar dressing as desired and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • High in protein with 38g per serving to keep you satisfied.
  • Quick and efficient, taking only 30 minutes from start to finish.
  • Classic flavor combination that is both easy and impressive.
  • Features a homemade dressing that balances creamy and zesty notes perfectly.
02 -
  • Allow the grilled chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing to ensure the meat stays juicy.
  • Whisk the dressing thoroughly until completely smooth to achieve the best consistency.
  • Start by tossing the lettuce with only half the dressing to avoid over-saturating the greens.
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