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**Chicken Caesar Salad: A Culinary Symphony of Freshness, Savory Flavors, and Culinary Delights**

Indulge in the timeless culinary classic, Chicken Caesar Salad, a symphony of crisp romaine lettuce, succulent grilled chicken, creamy Caesar dressing, and an array of delectable toppings. This iconic salad has captivated taste buds for generations with its harmonious blend of flavors and textures. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind this beloved dish and present you with not just one, but three tantalizing variations to suit every palate. From the traditional Caesar salad dressing to lighter, healthier options and even a delectable shrimp Caesar salad, this article is a treasure trove of culinary inspiration. Get ready to elevate your salad game and impress your family and friends with this versatile and utterly delicious dish.

**Recipes Included:**

1. **Classic Chicken Caesar Salad:** Experience the authentic flavors of the original Caesar salad with this timeless recipe.

2. **Healthy Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken:** Savor a lighter, healthier version of the classic Caesar salad without compromising on taste.

3. **Shrimp Caesar Salad:** Elevate your salad experience with succulent shrimp, transforming the classic Caesar into a seafood sensation.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

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 CAESAR SALAD



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With a little advance preparation, the components for this tasty Chicken Caesar Salad can be stored in the fridge and then assembled and served within minutes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes     Bread Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 ounces Italian bread, cut in 3/4-inch cubes (about 4 cups)
3 tablespoons olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
4 chicken cutlets (each 2 to 3 ounces and 1/2 inch thick)
1 package romaine lettuce hearts (18 to 20 ounces)
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 2 lemons)
1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
2 anchovy fillets, roughly chopped (optional)
1 small garlic clove

Steps:

  • Make croutons: Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place bread on a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the oil, and season with salt and pepper; toss to coat. Bake, tossing occasionally, until golden, 12 to 15 minutes; remove from oven; and let cool.
  • Make chicken: Heat remaining tablespoon oil in a large skillet over high. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook until opaque throughout, 1 to 2 minutes per side; remove from skillet and let cool.
  • Prepare lettuce: Cut romaine crosswise into 1-inch ribbons; wash and dry.
  • Make dressing: In a blender, combine lemon juice, mayonnaise, Parmesan, anchovy fillets (if using), and garlic; blend until smooth. If preparing this recipe in advance, see storage instructions (below).
  • If stored in refrigerator, bring chicken and dressing to room temperature. Slice chicken crosswise into strips; toss with croutons, lettuce, and dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349 g, Fat 19 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 23 g

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

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

SHEET-PAN CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD



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Make a restaurant-worthy chicken Caesar with a little help from your humble broiler and sheet pan. Chicken breasts and homemade croutons get golden in the oven. Charring the romaine adds a new dimension to this dinner standby.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 anchovy fillets in oil, mashed with the flat side of a knife
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest, plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 small cloves garlic, grated
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons dijon mustard
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, plus more for topping
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 cups torn crusty bread (about 4 ounces)
4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces each)
2 romaine lettuce hearts, quartered lengthwise

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Line half of a rimmed baking sheet with foil, folding up the edges to make a tray. Whisk the anchovies, lemon zest and juice, 1 grated garlic clove, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a medium bowl; let sit for a few minutes. Stir in the mayonnaise, mustard, 1/4 cup parmesan and 2 tablespoons water. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the dressing in a separate bowl for the chicken. Stir the chives into the remaining dressing.
  • Mix 2 tablespoons olive oil with the remaining garlic clove; toss with the bread pieces in a large bowl and season with salt and pepper. Spread the bread on the unlined half of the baking sheet. Arrange the chicken on the other half; season with salt and pepper and brush with the reserved 2 tablespoons dressing. Bake until the bread is crisp, about 15 minutes. Remove the croutons to a plate.
  • Preheat the broiler. Arrange the romaine cut-side up on the open spot on the baking sheet. Drizzle with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Broil until the lettuce is charred in spots and the chicken is cooked through, 2 to 4 minutes. Let the chicken rest 8 to 10 minutes, then slice.
  • Divide the lettuce, chicken and croutons among plates. Top with the dressing, the remaining 1/4 cup parmesan and more chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 630, Fat 42 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Cholesterol 115 milligrams, Sodium 1276 milligrams, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 42 grams, Sugar 3 grams

CHICKEN FOR CAESAR SALAD



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Great chicken for caesar salad. I always had a hard time with the seasoning for the chicken, but this is nummy!

Provided by J. Irish

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 chicken breasts
2 1/2 teaspoons oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon basil
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon hickory liquid smoke

Steps:

  • Mix spices and oil together and leave for the flavors to bloom for ~15-30 minutes.
  • Baste chicken with oil/spices, leave to soak in 15-30 minutes.
  • Cook on the stove, med hi, until done. (145-155 with a digital thermometer).
  • Cut into pieces and place over romaine lettuce mixed with your favorite caesar dressing.
  • Top with fresh black pepper and fresh grated parmesan or romano cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.4, Fat 19.1, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 310.1, Carbohydrate 0.9, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.1, Protein 30.4

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:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh, high-quality ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your chicken caesar salad. Look for crisp romaine lettuce, tender chicken, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
  • Make your own croutons: Homemade croutons are a great way to add a crunchy texture and extra flavor to your salad. Simply cube some bread, toss it with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and bake in the oven until golden brown.
  • Use a good quality caesar dressing: A good caesar dressing is essential for a delicious chicken caesar salad. You can make your own dressing or use a store-bought dressing that you like. If you're making your own dressing, be sure to use fresh lemon juice and good quality olive oil.
  • Don't overdress the salad: A little bit of dressing goes a long way. Too much dressing can make the salad soggy and overpower the other flavors.
  • Serve the salad immediately: Chicken caesar salad is best enjoyed immediately after it's made. The dressing will start to wilt the lettuce if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

Chicken caesar salad is a classic dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make, delicious, and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make a chicken caesar salad that is sure to impress your friends and family.

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