On the surface, it doesn’t get much simpler and easier than Weeknight Chicken Caesar Salad. The dressing is effectively creamy and tangy, but also such a breeze to whisk together. Even the salad itself isn’t complicated, just some crisp lettuce, sharp cheese, and savory chicken breasts. Yet when it all comes together, is it any wonder that Weeknight Chicken Caesar Salad is one of the most popular salads in the world? Not at all! The only wonder about it is the wonder your tastebuds experience when biting into it!
Ingredients
- 6 cups romaine lettuce, torn into pieces
- 1 pound chicken breasts, boneless, skinless, and cooked, cut into strips
- 2 cups seasoned salad croutons
- 3/4 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
Directions
Step 1 –In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, the chicken, the croutons, the parmesan cheese, and the salt.
Step 2 –In a small bowl, whisk the olive oil, the lemon juice, the garlic, and the pepper together.
Step 3 –Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
Step 4 –Serve.
