Name: Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (or preferred seasoning); 2 romaine hearts, torn into bite-sized pieces; 1 cup croutons; ⅓ cup shredded Parmesan cheese (plus extra for serving); Lemon wedges (for serving); ½ cup mayonnaise; 1 clove garlic, minced; 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese; 1 ½ tbsp fresh lemon juice; 1 ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 tsp anchovy paste (optional); 1 tsp Dijon mustard; Salt and black pepper, to taste

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Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad – Fresh, Flavorful & So Satisfying!

If you love big flavors with minimal effort, this Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad is about to be your new go-to! Juicy, smoky grilled chicken meets crisp romaine, crunchy croutons, and a rich, garlicky homemade Caesar dressing—all in just 40 minutes. Perfect for a light yet satisfying meal, summer cookouts, or meal prep, this dish delivers restaurant-quality taste with zero fuss. Trust me, once you try it, you’ll be making it on repeat!

Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe

Enjoy this delicious and satisfying grilled chicken Caesar salad, perfect for a fresh summer meal!

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Course: Main Course, Salad

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad

Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 40

Servings:

Calories: 520kcal

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (or preferred seasoning)

For the Salad

2 romaine hearts, torn into bite-sized pieces
1 cup croutons
⅓ cup shredded Parmesan cheese (plus extra for serving)
Lemon wedges (for serving)

For the Caesar Dressing

½ cup mayonnaise
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
1 ½ tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp anchovy paste (optional)
1 tsp Dijon mustard
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Dressing:

In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, garlic, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, anchovy paste (if using), and Dijon mustard.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Grill the Chicken:

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (400°F).
Pound the chicken breasts to ½-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
Drizzle with olive oil and season with Cajun seasoning.
Grill for 7-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Let rest for 3-5 minutes before slicing.

Assemble the Salad:

In a large bowl, combine romaine lettuce, croutons, and ⅓ cup of Parmesan cheese.
Add the Caesar dressing and toss until evenly coated (use dressing to taste).

Serve:

Top the salad with sliced grilled chicken.
Sprinkle with extra Parmesan cheese and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

Swap Cajun seasoning with blackened seasoning, chicken seasoning, or lemon pepper for a different flavor.
Store leftover chicken, lettuce, and dressing separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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