Best 6 Simple Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad Recipes

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**Savor a symphony of flavors with our Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad, a culinary delight that blends the smokiness of grilled chicken, the crispness of romaine lettuce, the tanginess of Caesar dressing, and the savory crunch of croutons.**

**Indulge in the simplicity of our Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad, a classic dish elevated with fresh ingredients and bold flavors.** The juicy, tender chicken, perfectly seasoned and grilled to perfection, pairs harmoniously with the crisp romaine lettuce, providing a textural contrast that adds depth to every bite. Drizzled with our homemade Caesar dressing, a creamy, tangy concoction made from scratch, this salad bursts with umami flavors that tantalize the taste buds. Topped with crispy, golden croutons, each bite delivers a satisfying crunch that completes this delightful dish. Whether you're seeking a light lunch, a refreshing dinner option, or a side dish to accompany your main course, our Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad stands as a culinary masterpiece that will leave you craving for more.

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SIMPLE GRILLED CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD



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This recipe is simple, but it always gets great reviews.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon seasoned salt
2 to 3 slices day-old bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup Italian salad dressing
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
6 cups torn romaine
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup creamy Caesar salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the butter, garlic powder and seasoned salt; add bread cubes and toss to coat. Place on a baking sheet; bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown., Pour Italian dressing into a large resealable plastic bag; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for at least 3 hours. , Drain and discard marinade. Grill chicken, uncovered, over medium heat or broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 6-7 minutes on each side or until juices run clear. Cut into strips or cubes; refrigerate until chilled., Just before serving, combine the romaine, cheese, croutons and chicken in a salad bowl. Drizzle with Caesar dressing; toss gently to coat.

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GRILLED CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD



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Whenever we're invited to potlucks, I'm always asked to bring a salad because people know it's one of my specialties. This dish is especially good on summer days when it's too hot to cook on the stove. -Deb Weisberger Mullett Lake, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1 large bunch romaine, torn (12 cups)
1-1/2 cups Caesar salad croutons
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
2/3 cup creamy Caesar salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first eight ingredients; add the chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for at least 4 hours., Drain and discard marinade. Grill chicken, uncovered, over medium-low heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. , Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the romaine, croutons and tomatoes; add dressing and toss to coat. Divide among six salad plates. Slice chicken; arrange on salads.

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GRILLED CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD



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Depending on your appetite, this variation on a classic Caesar salad with grilled chicken makes an excellent first-course or a full-on meal. Hitting the lettuce with a little fire is an unexpectedly brilliant trick; the green leaves char and crisp and the insides become slightly tender, but you still get the satisfying crunch everyone loves about romaine. If you're a pescatarian, try it with grilled tuna, salmon or scallops.

Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, appetizer, side dish

Time 2h40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 salt-cured anchovies, rinsed and dried
1/2 cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 pounds skinless and boneless chicken breasts
2 hard-cooked eggs
1/4 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano
Salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 heads romaine lettuce
4 slices whole-grain bread, without crusts

Steps:

  • Place 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a small saucepan. Add anchovies and cook on low, stirring, until they fall apart and meld with the oil. Place in a small bowl. Add the lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic and remaining olive oil.
  • Place chicken in a bowl, add 1/4 cup of the olive oil dressing, turn to coat chicken breasts, cover and set aside to marinate 2 hours, longer if refrigerated.
  • Separate egg whites and yolks. Place yolks in a small dish, add a little of the dressing, blend until smooth and mix in with the rest of the dressing. Stir in cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Dice whites and keep them separate.
  • Light a grill. Remove any tired outer leaves from the romaine, then quarter each head vertically. Place on a large platter and drizzle cut sides with a little of the dressing. Grill romaine close to the heat source, turning clusters of leaves and any individual leaves so they wilt a little and become lightly charred. Remove. Place bread on grill and sear to toast. Remove. Place chicken on grill and cook, turning a few times and basting with the marinade until cooked through, about 15 minutes. It's best to grill chicken away from the source of heat so it does not char.
  • Coarsely shred romaine onto a large rimmed platter. Dice toasted bread and add it, along with the egg whites. Drizzle with about half the dressing. Slice the chicken about 1/2-inch thick, arrange it over the romaine and drizzle with the remaining dressing. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 620, UnsaturatedFat 31 grams, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 42 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 41 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 1059 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

GRILLED CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 large egg yolks
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
Juice from 1 lemon
2 to 3 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon anchovy paste
Salt and ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Salt and ground black pepper
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1/2 cup grated Romano cheese
4 romaine lettuce hearts, sliced in half lengthwise
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • For the dressing: Combine the egg yolks, mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, anchovy paste and some salt and pepper in a food processor. With the processor running, slowly add the oil until the dressing is thick and creamy.
  • For the salad: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat.
  • Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper and dust with the paprika. Brown the chicken on the grill pan on both sides, then transfer the chicken to a baking sheet. Roast in the oven until cooked through, 15 to 18 minutes. Slice the chicken into strips.
  • Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Combine the Parmesan and Romano cheese in a bowl. Using a tablespoon, make a few piles of cheese in the skillet. Let the cheese melt, and then flip the crisps. Cook until lightly browned on both sides. Place the cheese crisps on a paper towel.
  • Wipe out the grill pan and heat it over medium-high heat. Brush the romaine hearts on both sides with the olive oil. Grill the romaine hearts in batches, turning once, until just charred.
  • To serve: Place 2 romaine hearts on each plate side by side, top with a few chicken strips, drizzle with the dressing and garnish with the cheese crisps.

GRILLED CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD



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Need a quick, cheap meal that will be sure to impress? This Caesar salad is very light yet filling that's perfect for any occasion. To make the meal more substantial add a side dish of garlic bread

Provided by Lt Jack Daniels2

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 15m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 good size skinless chicken breasts
caesar mixed salad green, 1 1/2 bags
cesar salad dressing
crouton
1/4 red onion, diced
1/2 lemon, juice of
1/2 orange, juice of
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1 garlic clove, diced

Steps:

  • 1. Slice and dice onion and any other veggies you want in there- set aside
  • 2. Season the chicken with Salt, pepper and garlic.
  • 3. Sear the chicken in a covered medium saucepan in 3 tablespoons of butter and lemon and orange juice- Cook on high for three min then medium heat until done.
  • ---Personally if my breasts are thick Ill slice them in half after searing them for a few minutes to speed up the cooking process and ensure even cooking- but it's up to you---.
  • 4. In a small saucepan sauté mushrooms in 2 tablespoons of butter- add salt pepper and a touch of garlic.
  • 5. In a large Serving bowl mix salad mix, dressing, croutons, and onion together
  • 6. Slice chicken into strips and mix into salad.
  • 7. Strain excess mushrooms then add to salad and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.9, Fat 3.1, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 136.9, Sodium 156.2, Carbohydrate 6.3, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 3.3, Protein 56

GRILLED-CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Chicken     Fish     Leafy Green     Appetizer     Quick & Easy     Parmesan     Spring     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 lb skinless boneless chicken breast halves
1/2 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 garlic cloves, smashed
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon anchovy paste
2 (10-oz) packages hearts of romaine
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
1 1/2 cups plain or flavored croutons
Special Equipment
a well-seasoned large (2-burner) ridged grill pan

Steps:

  • Heat lightly oiled grill pan over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking. Meanwhile, pat chicken dry and coat with 1 tablespoon oil, then sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Grill chicken, turning over once, until just cooked through, 14 to 16 minutes total.
  • While chicken grills, blend garlic, lemon juice, mustard, anchovy paste, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a blender until combined. With motor running, add remaining 7 tablespoons oil in a slow stream, blending until emulsified.
  • Transfer chicken to a cutting board and cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Toss chicken with 2 tablespoons dressing in a large bowl. Add romaine, cheese, remaining dressing, and croutons and toss.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make all the difference in your Caesar salad. Look for crisp romaine lettuce, a good quality Parmesan cheese, and a creamy Caesar dressing.
  • Make your own dressing: Homemade Caesar dressing is easy to make and tastes much better than store-bought dressing. Plus, you can control the ingredients and make it to your own taste.
  • Don't skimp on the Parmesan cheese: Parmesan cheese is one of the key ingredients in Caesar salad. Use a good quality Parmesan that has been freshly grated.
  • Grill your chicken to perfection: Grilled chicken is a great addition to Caesar salad. Make sure to cook the chicken until it is cooked through but still juicy.
  • Assemble the salad just before serving: Caesar salad is best when it is served fresh. Assemble the salad just before serving to prevent the lettuce from wilting.

Conclusion:

Grilled chicken Caesar salad is a classic for a reason. It is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple tips, you can make a Caesar salad that is sure to impress your friends and family.

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