Caesar Chicken Bowl (Printable)

Protein-packed bowl with grilled chicken, crisp romaine, parmesan, croutons, and creamy Caesar dressing.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.1 lbs)
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 (about 1.4 oz)
09 - 1.5 cups croutons (about 2.1 oz)

→ Caesar Dressing

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

# Directions:

01 - Heat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until fully preheated.
02 - Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season both sides evenly with garlic powder, Italian herbs, salt, and black pepper.
03 - Place seasoned chicken on hot grill. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
04 - While chicken cooks, combine mayonnaise, parmesan, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and minced garlic in small bowl. Whisk until smooth and season with salt and pepper to taste.
05 - Toss chopped romaine lettuce with half of the prepared Caesar dressing in large salad bowl.
06 - Divide dressed lettuce among 4 serving bowls. Top each with sliced grilled chicken, freshly grated parmesan, and croutons. Drizzle with additional dressing as desired.
07 - Serve immediately while chicken is warm and lettuce remains crisp.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • High in protein with 38g per serving to keep you full and energized.
  • Ready in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weekdays.
  • Simple, fresh ingredients combined to create a restaurant-quality meal at home.
02 -
  • For extra depth of flavor, add finely chopped anchovy fillets to your Caesar dressing.
  • Always use freshly grated parmesan cheese for the best texture and a more intense salty flavor.
  • Toss the lettuce with the dressing just before serving to keep the leaves crisp and fresh.
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