Yogurt Caesar Grilled Chicken Salad (Print Version)

A fresh twist on classic Caesar with grilled chicken, Greek yogurt dressing, and crisp greens. High in protein, ready in 35 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Grilled Chicken

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
05 - ½ teaspoon salt
06 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Yogurt Caesar Dressing

07 - ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or whole milk)
08 - 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
09 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
10 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
11 - 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
12 - 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
13 - 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
14 - ¼ teaspoon salt
15 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Salad Assembly

16 - 2 large heads romaine lettuce, chopped
17 - ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
18 - ½ cup homemade or store-bought croutons
19 - ¼ cup shaved Parmesan cheese

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
02 - Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season with garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
03 - Grill chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side until fully cooked with internal temperature reaching 165°F. Allow to rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
04 - In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, Parmesan, lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
05 - In a large salad bowl, combine chopped romaine, cherry tomatoes, and croutons. Drizzle with yogurt Caesar dressing and toss to coat evenly.
06 - Top salad with grilled chicken strips and shaved Parmesan cheese.
07 - Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • High Protein: Each serving contains 36g of protein, making it a hearty main dish.
  • Healthier Dressing: Swaps traditional heavy dressings for a Greek yogurt base.
  • Quick and Easy: From preparation to table in only 35 minutes.
02 -
  • Marinate for Flavor: Marinate the chicken in the dressing for 30 minutes before grilling for deeper flavor.
  • Gluten-Free Swap: Use toasted nuts instead of croutons for a gluten-free version.
  • Traditional Flavor: Add anchovy paste to the dressing for that classic Caesar tang.
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