Best 6 Caesar Salad Roast Chicken Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our delightful Caesar Salad with Roast Chicken, a harmonious blend of crisp romaine lettuce, creamy Caesar dressing, savory roasted chicken, and a symphony of flavorful toppings. This dish tantalizes your taste buds with a symphony of textures and flavors, leaving you craving for more.

The centerpiece of this dish is the succulent roasted chicken, seasoned to perfection and roasted until golden brown, infusing each bite with a tantalizing aroma. The chicken's tender and juicy meat pairs seamlessly with the crisp romaine lettuce, providing a satisfying contrast in texture.

Drizzled over the salad is our homemade Caesar dressing, a luscious concoction of mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and a hint of garlic. It coats each leaf of lettuce in a velvety embrace, adding a rich and tangy flavor that elevates the salad to new heights.

To further enhance the taste experience, we've added an array of toppings that complement the salad beautifully. Crunchy croutons provide a delightful textural contrast, while freshly shaved Parmesan cheese adds a nutty and salty dimension. A sprinkling of chopped parsley brings a vibrant freshness to the dish, while a drizzle of olive oil adds a touch of richness and sophistication.

This Caesar Salad with Roast Chicken is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or even as a light and refreshing appetizer. Its combination of flavors and textures makes it a crowd-pleaser, perfect for any occasion.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cloves garlic
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
2 to 4 anchovy fillets, chopped
Juice of 1 lemon
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 pound skin-on, boneless chicken breasts
4 (1/2-inch-thick) slices focaccia or whole-wheat Italian bread
4 romaine lettuce hearts, halved lengthwise
3/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium high. Make the dressing: Chop 2 garlic cloves and puree with 1/2 cup olive oil, the anchovies and lemon juice in a blender until smooth; season with salt and pepper. Pound the chicken with a mallet or heavy skillet until about 1/8 inch thick. Season with salt and pepper and toss with 1 tablespoon of the Caesar dressing. Grill the chicken until golden and crisp, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Brush the bread with olive oil on both sides and grill, turning, until toasted, about 2 minutes. Rub with the remaining garlic clove. Brush the romaine with 1 to 2 tablespoons of the dressing and grill until marked, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Chop the lettuce and transfer to a bowl. Cut the bread and chicken into bite-size pieces and add to the bowl. Toss with the remaining dressing, the parmesan, and pepper to taste. Garnish with more parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 610, Fat 44 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Cholesterol 85 milligrams, Sodium 565 milligrams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 36 grams

CLASSIC CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD



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A classic recipe for a reason, this chicken Caesar salad is delicious and satisfying. Crunchy romaine, creamy dressing, tender chicken and savoury cheese come together for a tasty favourite.

Provided by Cracker Barrel

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     CRACKER BARREL Shreds

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 cups tightly packed chopped romaine lettuce
1 pound cooked boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
½ cup CRACKER BARREL Finely Shredded 100% Parmesan Cheese
½ cup seasoned croutons
¼ cup KRAFT Creamy Caesar Dressing

Steps:

  • Cover 4 plates with lettuce.
  • Top with all remaining ingredients except dressing.
  • Drizzle with dressing just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Cholesterol 89.9 mg, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 36.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 384.9 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

CHICKEN KALE CAESAR SALAD



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
4 anchovy fillets
2 cloves garlic
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, if needed
1/2 loaf crusty French bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic
Kosher salt
1 bunch curly-leaf kale (10 to 12 leaves), sliced into small pieces
4 roasted chicken breasts, recipe follows, sliced
One 3-ounce piece Parmesan
12 chicken breasts
Olive oil, for drizzling
2 teaspoons ground thyme
2 teaspoons ground oregano
2 teaspoons paprika
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the dressing: Add the mustard, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, anchovies, garlic and lemon juice to a blender or food processor. Pulse the processor or blend on low speed for several seconds. Scrape the sides and pulse again until everything is fairly smooth. With the food processor or blender running, drizzle in the olive oil in a small stream. Scrape the sides and mix again to thoroughly combine. Add the cheese and pulse to combine. Taste, adding salt and pepper if needed. Refrigerate the dressing for a few hours before using it on the salad.
  • For the croutons: Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F.
  • Put the bread cubes on a baking sheet. Heat the olive oil in a small saucepan or skillet over low heat. Crush the garlic and add it to the oil, using a spoon to move the garlic around in the pan. After cooking 3 to 5 minutes, turn off the heat and remove the garlic from the pan.
  • Drizzle the olive oil over the bread cubes and mix together until the bread is well coated. Sprinkle lightly with salt. Bake, shaking the baking sheet occasionally, until the cubes are lightly browned and crisp, 45 minutes to an hour. Let cool.
  • For the salad: Put the kale in a bowl and add the sliced roasted chicken. Use a vegetable peeler to shave off large, thin slices of Parmesan over the leaves. Drizzle about half of the dressing over the top of the kale and toss gently to coat. Add the croutons and toss again. Add more dressing if needed. Shave more Parmesan over when serving.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Drizzle the chicken breasts with olive oil and sprinkle with the thyme, oregano, paprika and some salt and pepper. Put the chicken on a foil-lined roasting pan and roast until cooked through, 30 to 40 minutes.

QUICK CAESAR SALAD WITH ROAST CHICKEN & BACON



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Turn this favourite salad into a speedy midweek meal with slices of bacon-wrapped chicken

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Main course

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 chicken breasts , skin on
8 slices streaky bacon
1 garlic clove , crushed
juice ½ lemon
3 tbsp natural yogurt
3 tbsp olive oil
50g parmesan , plus extra to serve
Worcestershire sauce (optional)
2 small romaine lettuces

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Season the chicken and place in a snug roasting tin. Drape the bacon around the chicken and roast for 15-20 mins until the bacon is crisp and the chicken just cooked through.
  • In a bowl, mix the garlic, lemon juice, yogurt, oil and Parmesan, adding a dash of Worcestershire sauce, if you have any in the cupboard. Discard the outer leaves of the lettuce and tear the rest over a platter, mixing gently with the dressing. Serve with the chicken and crisp bacon, shaving over extra Parmesan, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480 calories, Fat 29 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 2 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Protein 53 grams protein, Sodium 1.65 milligram of sodium

CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD



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When you order this dish in a restaurant, you usually get a Caesar salad topped with dry slices of chicken breast. Here, the moist shreds are bathed in the dressing with the lettuce - another story altogether.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, weekday, salads and dressings

Time 15m

Yield Serves four to six

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 head of romaine lettuce
1 large boneless, skinless chicken breast, poached and shredded about 2 cups shredded chicken
1 cup garlic croutons (see below)
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan or shaved Parmesan
Chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, chives, marjoram
1 small garlic clove
Salt
freshly ground pepper
1 anchovy, soaked for five minutes in cold water, then rinsed and drained on a paper towel
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon wine or sherry vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 coddled egg yolk (optional; see below)
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Remove the tough outer leaves of romaine and discard. Wash and dry the remaining leaves. Tear into medium pieces, and place in a salad bowl with the chicken, croutons and 1/4 cup of the Parmesan.
  • Place the garlic in a mortar and pestle with a little salt, and mash to a paste. Add the anchovy, and mash together with the garlic. Stir in the lemon juice. Add the vinegar, mustard, coddled egg yolk, salt and pepper. Whisk in the olive oil. Shortly before serving, toss with the salad. Sprinkle on the herbs and remaining Parmesan, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 274, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 18 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 463 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD



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A classic chicken salad recipe, featuring crunchy croutons and a creamy, garlic dressing. Ideal for lunch with friends

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Side dish, Supper

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium ciabatta loaf (or 4 thick slices crusty white bread)
3 tbsp olive oil
2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 large cos or romaine lettuce, leaves separated
1 garlic clove
2 anchovies from a tin
medium block parmesan or Grano Padano cheese for grating and shaving (you won't use it all)
5 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tbsp white wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas 6. Tear 1 medium ciabatta into big, ragged croutons or, if you prefer, cut with a bread knife. Spread over a large baking sheet or tray and sprinkle over 2 tbsp olive oil.
  • Rub the oil into the bread and season with a little salt if you like (sea salt crystals are best for this). Bake for 8-10 mins, turning the croutons a few times during cooking so they brown evenly.
  • Rub 2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts with 1 tbsp olive oil, season. Place pan over a medium heat for 1 min, until hot, but not smoking. Lay the chicken on the pan (it will sizzle if it's hot enough) and leave for 4 mins.
  • Turn the chicken, then cook for 4 mins more. Check if it's cooked by poking the tip of a sharp knife into the thickest part; there should be no sign of pink and juices will run clear.
  • Bash 1 garlic clove with the flat of a knife and peel off the skin. Crush with a garlic crusher. Mash 2 anchovies with a fork against the side of a small bowl.
  • Grate a handful of parmesan cheese and mix with the garlic, anchovies, 5 tbsp mayonnaise and 1 tbsp white wine vinegar. Season to taste. It should be the consistency of yogurt - if yours is thicker, stir in a few tsps water to thin it.
  • Shave the cheese with a peeler. Tear 1 large cos or romaine lettuce into large pieces and put in a large bowl. Pull chicken into bite-size strips and scatter half over the leaves, along with half the croutons.
  • Add most of the dressing and toss with your fingers. Scatter the rest of the chicken and croutons, then drizzle with the remaining dressing. Sprinkle the parmesan on top and serve straight away.

Tips:

  • To make the chicken more flavorful, marinate it in the Caesar dressing for at least 30 minutes before roasting.
  • If you don't have any stale bread, you can make your own croutons by cutting fresh bread into cubes and toasting them in the oven.
  • Use a good quality Parmesan cheese for the dressing and the croutons. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the salad.
  • For a lighter version of the dressing, use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
  • Add some chopped bacon or grilled shrimp to the salad for extra protein and flavor.

Conclusion:

Caesar salad with roast chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. The chicken is moist and flavorful, the dressing is creamy and tangy, and the croutons add a nice crunch. This salad is sure to please everyone at your table.

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