Chicken Caesar Salad

This classic chicken Caesar salad recipe is a great summertime meal. It takes minutes to prep and is loaded with texture and flavor. The creamy Caesar dressing ties everything together for one delicious and filling lunch or dinner.

📝 Ingredients

• 2 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (from one lemon)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (I like the brand Maille)
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 cup mayonnaise (best quality such as Hellmann's Real)
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
• 1/4 teaspoon salt & 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 cooked chicken breasts (cut in strips)
• 1 large Romaine lettuce (rinsed and chopped into bite-sized pieces)
• 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese (shaved or grated)
• Croutons

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Make Caesar dressing by stirring all ingredients into a small mixing bowl.
2. 2Place Romaine lettuce in a large serving bowl and sprinkle generously with shredded parmesan cheese and cooled croutons. Add cooked chicken breast strips to the salad. Drizzle with Caesar dressing and toss gently until the salad is evenly coated.