Description
Introducing the Best Chicken Caesar Salad with Homemade Croutons – a delightful mix of fresh ingredients and bold flavors that’s perfect for any gathering. This iconic salad features tender grilled chicken, crispy homemade croutons, and a creamy dressing that elevates every bite. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or seeking a quick weeknight meal, this dish is both satisfying and easy to prepare. Enjoy the crunch of homemade croutons alongside juicy chicken, making it an instant classic that will impress your guests. With customizable ingredients and ideal for meal prep, this salad is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups ciabatta bread cubes
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 heads romaine lettuce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
- 1 clove garlic (grated)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Make croutons by tossing bread cubes with olive oil, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper. Bake for 13-15 minutes until golden.
- Marinate chicken in olive oil, lemon juice, zest, garlic, salt, and pepper for at least 2 hours. Grill until cooked through (internal temp of 165°F).
- For the dressing: whisk together mayonnaise, buttermilk, Parmesan cheese, garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce; season with salt and pepper.
- Assemble the salad by combining chopped romaine lettuce with diced chicken and croutons; drizzle with dressing before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg