Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad with Garlic Croutons
Enjoy the perfect balance of fresh and hearty with this Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad with Garlic Croutons! Featuring juicy grilled chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, crunchy homemade garlic croutons, and a creamy Caesar dressing, this easy salad recipe is packed with flavor and texture.
Ingredients
- For the Salad:
- 2 large romaine lettuce hearts, washed and chopped
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 50 g (½ cup) grated Parmesan cheese
- For the Garlic Croutons:
- 4 slices of day-old bread, cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- For the Caesar Dressing:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken : Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium heat. Grill chicken for 6–7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
- Make the Garlic Croutons : Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Toss cubed bread with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake 10–12 minutes until golden and crisp, stirring halfway through.
- Prepare the Caesar Dressing : In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust consistency with a teaspoon of water if needed.
- Assemble the Salad : In a large salad bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce, sliced grilled chicken, and garlic croutons. Drizzle with Caesar dressing and toss gently to coat.
- Finish u0026 Serve : Sprinkle extra grated Parmesan cheese over the top. Serve immediately while croutons are still crisp and chicken is warm.