Go Back
Grilled chicken breast slices over fresh romaine lettuce with parmesan and creamy dressing
Print Recipe

High Protein Chicken Caesar Salad

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time27 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 450kcal

Ingredients

  • 400 g boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce, washed and dried
  • 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 clove garlic , minced
  • 2 anchovy fillets , finely mashed
  • 1/4 cup whole grain croutons
  • 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon cracked black pepper

Instructions

  • Season chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
  • Grill or pan-sear chicken over medium-high heat for 6 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing into 0.5-inch strips to preserve juices.
  • In a small mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, and mashed anchovies until smooth.
  • Place chopped romaine lettuce in a large salad bowl and toss with approximately half of the prepared dressing to coat evenly.
  • Distribute the dressed lettuce into two serving bowls.
  • Top with sliced chicken, shaved Parmesan cheese, and whole grain croutons.
  • Drizzle the remaining dressing over the salads and serve immediately.