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Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe

Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe
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This Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad recipe is a delicious and satisfying dish that combines tender grilled chicken with crisp romaine lettuce, savory Parmesan cheese, crunchy croutons, and a flavorful Caesar dressing. Perfect for a light and flavorful meal!

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (or to taste)

For the Salad:

  • 2 heads romaine hearts (torn into bite-size pieces)
  • 1 cup croutons
  • ⅓ cup shredded Parmesan cheese (plus additional for serving)

For the Caesar Dressing:

  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 ½ tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 ½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon anchovy paste (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, garlic, parmesan cheese, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, anchovy paste, and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and black pepper, refrigerate until serving.
  2. Preheat the Grill: Heat the grill to medium-high (400°F).
  3. Grill the Chicken: Pound chicken breasts to ½-inch thickness, drizzle with olive oil, season with Cajun seasoning. Grill for 7-8 minutes per side until fully cooked. Rest before slicing.
  4. Prepare the Salad: In a bowl, combine romaine, croutons, and Parmesan. Toss with dressing.
  5. Assemble: Slice chicken, place on salad, top with extra Parmesan. Serve with lemon wedges.

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