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Crispy Chicken Caesar Salad with Creamy Homemade Dressing

Enjoy a flavorful Crispy Chicken Caesar Salad that elevates weeknight dinners with homemade dressing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 head Romaine Lettuce washed thoroughly
  • 2 cups Croutons whole grain optional
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese shaved for presentation
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for lighter option
  • 1/4 cup Plain Yogurt full fat preferred
  • 2 cloves Garlic grated or minced
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper freshly ground enhances flavor
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice fresh-squeezed preferred
  • 1 tsp Salt adjust to preference
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 1/4 cup Parmigiano Reggiano grated, optional
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard or yellow mustard
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce use sparingly
For the Chicken Tenders
  • 1 lb Chicken Tenders skin removed
  • 1 large Egg omit for egg-free version
  • 1 tsp Paprika or flavorings of choice
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • as needed Avocado Oil Spray for cooking

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • shallow bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Salad Spinner
  • tongs

Method
 

Dressing Preparation
  1. Whisk together mayonnaise, yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, grated Parmigiano Reggiano, and black pepper until creamy and smooth. Cover and refrigerate.
Salad Preparation
  1. Rinse and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly.
  2. Remove skin from chicken tenders and marinate with egg, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Combine breadcrumbs with paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder for the crust.
  4. Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Spray chicken with avocado oil and bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
  5. Toss romaine lettuce with half the refrigerated dressing.
  6. Top salad with chicken tenders, croutons, and drizzle with remaining dressing.

Notes

Store leftover salad in an airtight container for up to 2 days, keeping dressing separate until serving.