Description
A protein-packed Caesar salad featuring tender grilled chicken, crispy ciabatta croutons, and fresh romaine tossed in a creamy Parmesan-buttermilk dressing. Skip store-bought croutons with this artisanal recipe.
Ingredients
Ciabatta bread
3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic grated
1 tbsp parsley finely chopped
1 ½ lb chicken breasts
¼ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup buttermilk
3 tbsp Parmesan grated
Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic minced
Lemon juice
Kosher salt
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Toss ciabatta cubes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 clove garlic, and parsley
Season with salt and toast on baking sheets for 20–25 minutes
Combine 1 tbsp oil, lemon juice, zest, 1 clove garlic, and salt in a bowl for chicken marinade
Grill or sauté chicken until 165°F (75°C) internal temperature
Whisk mayonnaise, buttermilk, Parmesan, Dijon mustard, garlic, and lemon juice for dressing
Layer romaine, drizzle dressing, and top with croutons, Parmesan, and chicken
Notes
Test croutons on one cube to avoid over-browning
Use fresh lemon juice for maximum flavor
Rest chicken on wire rack for even cooking
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 40
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling and Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: One serving of salad
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg