Nutrition Facts for Easy chicken caesar salad

Easy Chicken Caesar Salad

Elevate your lunch or dinner routine with this Easy Chicken Caesar Salad—a fresh, satisfying, and flavorful meal that’s ready in just 25 minutes! Made with crisp romaine lettuce, perfectly grilled chicken seasoned with garlic and spices, and tossed in a creamy Caesar dressing, this classic salad gets a protein-packed twist. Topped with crunchy croutons, a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, and a squeeze of lemon for a zesty finish, it’s the ultimate mix of textures and flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining, this quick recipe delivers restaurant-quality results with minimal effort. Healthy, hearty, and full of bold Caesar flavor, it’s a salad you’ll crave time and again!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100
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Prep Time:10 mins
Cook Time:15 mins
Total Time:25 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 heads Romaine lettuce
  • 2 Chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 0.5 cup Store-bought Caesar dressing
  • 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup Croutons
  • 1 Lemon wedges

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Rub the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Step 3

Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from heat, let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.

Step 4

While the chicken is cooking, chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.

Step 5

Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the lettuce and toss gently to coat.

Step 6

Add the Caesar dressing to the bowl and toss again to evenly distribute the dressing.

Step 7

Top the salad with the grilled chicken slices, Parmesan cheese, and croutons.

Step 8

Serve with lemon wedges on the side for an extra splash of citrus flavor. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size 1769.4 grams (1769.4g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 1871
Total Fat 118.60g 152%
Saturated Fat 25.90g 130%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.60g
Cholesterol 348mg 116%
Sodium 3905mg 170%
Total Carbohydrate 71.20g 26%
Dietary Fiber 18.30g 65%
Total Sugars 15.30g
Protein 140.00g 280%
Vitamin D 0IU 0%
Calcium 774mg 60%
Iron 15mg 83%
Potassium 2487mg 53%
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.8%
Protein: 29.3%
Carbs: 14.9%