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Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe

A homemade Caesar dressing can either make or break a salad, and this one totally makes the deal.

Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 240 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs , coddled (directions below)
  • 1 clove garlic , pressed
  • 4 anchovy filets in oil , roughly chopped, or 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 
  • ¼ teaspoon dry mustard
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 10 cups romaine lettuce , chopped into ½ inch pieces (about 2 heads of romaine)
  • 4 cups cooked , shredded chicken breast
  • 1 cucumber , sliced into coins
  • 1 cup croutons
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

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  1. Try one of these methods for coddling eggs. 1) Separate the yolks from the whites and save the whites for another use. Place the egg yolks in a microwave safe dish and microwave on HIGH for about 12 seconds. Remove and whisk. Or, 2) Placing whole eggs in shell into warm water. Boil enough water in a pan to cover eggs completely. Immerse the eggs in the boiling water with a slotted spoon then remove from heat. Cover and let stand for 30 seconds, then plunge into cold water to prevent further cooking. Divide the yolks from the whites.
  2. Place the eggs in a blender. Add the pressed garlic, anchovy filets or paste, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, salt and pepper to the blender. Blend on high until combined. Slowly drizzle the olive oil into the blender until the dressing is emulsified. Pour into a small jar and set aside or refrigerate until ready to use.
  3. In a large bowl, add the romaine lettuce, chicken breast and cucumber. Add about ⅔ of the dressing and toss to coat. Add the croutons and Parmesan cheese, toss lightly and season with more salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Information

Calories 240kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 6g (2%) Protein 16g (32%) Fat 17g (26%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 89mg (30%) Sodium 805mg (34%) Potassium 396mg (11%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 5258IU (105%) Vitamin C 17mg (19%) Calcium 109mg (11%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 240

% Daily Value*

Calories 240kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 6g 2%
Protein 16g 32%
Fat 17g 26%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 89mg 30%
Sodium 805mg 34%
Potassium 396mg 8%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 5258IU 105%
Vitamin C 17mg 19%
Calcium 109mg 11%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.