Description
Craving a light yet satisfying dinner? This Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad is a protein-packed, flavorful option that’s perfect for a healthy meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 large head of romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup croutons
- 1/4 cup Caesar dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- Lemon wedges for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the chicken over medium heat for 6-7 minutes per side, until fully cooked. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.
- In a large bowl, toss the chopped romaine lettuce with Caesar dressing until well-coated.
- Top with grilled chicken, Parmesan cheese, and croutons.
- Serve with lemon wedges for extra flavor, if desired.
Notes
- Swap the chicken for grilled shrimp or tofu for a different protein.
- Add hard-boiled eggs or avocado for extra richness.
- Use a low-fat Caesar dressing to reduce the calorie count.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg