Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad
A delicious and healthy salad combining tender grilled chicken with crisp romaine and creamy Caesar dressing.
Ingredients
Protein
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (fat trimmed and tenderized)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Dairy & Oils
- 1/2 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (juice of half lemon)
- 2/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 3 teaspoons dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
Salad & Toppings
- 8 cups romaine lettuce (washed and chopped (about 3 heads))
- 1 cup Caesar dressing
- 2 cups croutons
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked pepper
- 1/3 cup shaved parmesan cheese (large shavings with vegetable peeler)
Instructions
- Prepare chicken: tenderize, season, and grill for 10 minutes total, then rest.
- Make dressing: blend all dressing ingredients until smooth.
- Assemble salad: toss chopped lettuce with dressing and cheeses, top with croutons.
- Slice chicken into strips and place on top of salad.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Adjust dressing amount to taste.