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Isla Marie

Chicken Caesar Salad

A dinner-ready Chicken Caesar Salad with juicy, well-seasoned chicken, crisp romaine, shaved parmesan, and a creamy Caesar dressing. Balanced, filling, and built to eat like a proper meal—not a side.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 6 cups romaine lettuce chopped
  • ½ cup shaved or grated parmesan cheese
  • ⅓ cup Caesar dressing adjust to taste
  • Optional: croutons lemon wedges

Equipment

  • Skillet or grill pan
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Tongs or spatula

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  3. Cook the chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, until golden and fully cooked.
  4. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice against the grain.
  5. Add romaine lettuce to a large bowl.
  6. Drizzle with Caesar dressing and toss gently until lightly coated.
  7. Top with sliced chicken and parmesan cheese.
  8. Add croutons if using and serve immediately.

Video

Notes

  • Do not overdress; Caesar dressing is rich and a little goes a long way.
  • Warm chicken over cold romaine creates the best texture contrast.
  • For gluten-free, skip croutons or use certified gluten-free croutons.