Description
Chicken Caesar Salad with Creamy Yogurt Dressing is a healthier twist on the classic Caesar salad. Grilled chicken, crisp Romaine lettuce, crunchy homemade croutons, and a creamy yogurt-based dressing make this dish flavorful and light, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for grilling)
- 1 head of Romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup homemade or store-bought croutons
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- For the Creamy Yogurt Dressing:
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Drizzle the chicken breasts with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips or bite-sized pieces.
- Make the Creamy Yogurt Dressing: In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, olive oil, and Parmesan cheese. Whisk until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust lemon juice or garlic for more tanginess or flavor.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, toss chopped Romaine lettuce with the yogurt dressing. Add grilled chicken on top and sprinkle with croutons and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Serve: Serve immediately, garnished with extra croutons and Parmesan cheese. Enjoy with a side of bread or a light soup for a complete meal.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding veggies like cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, or avocado to your salad.
- Feel free to substitute chicken with grilled shrimp, turkey, or a hard-boiled egg for a different protein source.
- To make it vegetarian, skip the chicken and add protein-rich ingredients like chickpeas or tofu.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes (for chicken)
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
