Caesar Chicken Bowl (Printable Version)

Protein-packed bowl featuring juicy grilled chicken, crisp romaine, parmesan, and creamy Caesar dressing.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.1 lb)
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
09 - 1.5 cups croutons

→ Caesar Dressing

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

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
02 - Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season both sides with garlic powder, Italian herbs, salt, and black pepper.
03 - Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through with internal temperature reaching 165°F. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
05 - In a large salad bowl, toss chopped romaine lettuce with half of the Caesar dressing until evenly coated.
06 - Divide dressed lettuce among 4 serving bowls. Top each with sliced grilled chicken, additional parmesan cheese, and croutons. Drizzle with extra dressing as desired.
07 - Serve immediately while chicken is still warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Quick and Easy: Ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish.
  • High Protein: Each serving provides 38g of protein to keep you fueled.
  • Fresh Flavors: Combines a homemade dressing with crisp greens and savory grilled chicken.
02 -
  • Use freshly grated parmesan cheese rather than pre-shredded for a better melt and flavor in the dressing.
  • If you prefer a thinner dressing, add a teaspoon of water or extra lemon juice until the desired consistency is reached.
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