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Classic Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe
Ingredients
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- 6 cups tightly packed chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 pound cooked boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
- cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese, such as Cracker Barrel
- cup seasoned croutons
- cup creamy Caesar dressing, such as Kraft
Directions
Step 1: Arrange the chopped romaine lettuce evenly on four serving plates.
Step 2: Place the sliced chicken strips on top of the lettuce.
Step 3: Sprinkle the finely shredded Parmesan cheese over the chicken.
Step 4: Add the seasoned croutons to the plate for some crunch.
Step 5: Drizzle the creamy Caesar dressing over the salad to finish.
Recipe Tip
You can replace the chicken with sliced, cooked steak for a different flavor profile.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Calories | 333 |
|---|---|
| Total Fat | 17g (21%) |
| Saturated Fat | 5g (26%) |
| Cholesterol | 90mg (30%) |
| Sodium | 385mg (17%) |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6g (2%) |
| Dietary Fiber | 2g (7%) |
| Total Sugars | 1g |
| Protein | 36g (73%) |
| Vitamin C | 20mg (22%) |
| Calcium | 47mg (4%) |
| Iron | 2mg (11%) |
| Potassium | 419mg (9%) |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Comments
Chris
10/06/2025 01:52:54 PM
I have been scared to make Caesar salad because I saw anchovies in so.e recipes, and I didn't think I could pull this off. I loved this simple recipe. It turned out so good that we had no leftovers. Now, I don't have to just order out my Caesar salad, I can make it at home.
aantaresllc
01/24/2025 07:42:01 AM
Great Caesar salad recipe! Almost every ingredient I used came from the supermarket; nothing was made from scratch as I wanted this to be quick & easy. -- When cooking the chicken breasts (I had one breast per person + one for the bowl) I added (per another review) some Italian seasoning and some shredded Parmesan... could have served the chicken 'as is' at that point, sans salad... yes, they were *that* good! -- I'm not a salad-dressing- or crouton-maker, so I used my old standbys, Cardini's Caesar Dressing, and Texas Toast Garlic & Butter Croutons (gawd, they're HUGE!). Perfect! I went back for seconds but my adult son had cleared the bowl before I got there. Definitely a winner!
KindKiwi2724
03/03/2025 09:59:06 PM
I made this for myself this evening. It was great and I ate a huge salad with an air fried chicken breast. I will make this again. I didn't deviate much from the recipe. I added green onion, Rene Caesar salad dressing, bacon bits, and sliced almonds.
Janet Taylor
03/17/2016 03:22:00 PM
Posted a pic on Instagram — everyone asked for the recipe!
Chef V
03/21/2016 03:26:43 PM
This is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I placed the lettuce and dressing in a large bowl and tossed all till combined. From there portioned onto plates and placed a sliced grilled Chicken breast on top. Sprinkled with a little more cheese and homemade croutons. Definitely a very simple recipe.. But sometimes you need that inspiration for dinner or lunch! My only suggestion is to use your favourite Caesar dressing whether it be homemade or a not.. As that really will make or break the dish.
Patrick Flores
04/04/2016 04:29:05 PM
Totally exceeded my expectations.
Sarah Gomez
03/15/2016 02:11:33 PM
Tastes homemade and comforting.
RubyPea7269
01/11/2025 07:07:56 PM
It looks like most of the reviews are fake,I’ve tried the recipe and it’s okay but normal chicken Caesar salads take 40m-1hr to prepare
CraftyPizza2005
09/12/2024 02:26:40 AM
SO GREAT VERY JUICY VERY FLAVOURFUL I SUGGEST THAT ALL PEOPLES SHOULD MAKE THIS EASY 1 STEP CAESAR SALAD 100000000000/10
Samuel Dickerson
12/27/2022 04:38:19 AM
Pretty good, love a Caesar salad. Used thighs instead of breasts. Tried Kraft's caesar dressing, not a fan so I will definitely try a different brand or make my own next time.
Molly V
02/23/2019 11:26:17 PM
This was one of the best caesar salads I've ever had! I would totally make this again!
kl123
12/25/2016 04:13:59 PM
It was an instant hit!! Everyone in the family loved it!!
Andrea Crisp
05/31/2016 09:45:32 PM
Big hit with my hubby. He said it was just as good as the store bought kit.
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