Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad
by The Canadian Living Test Kitchen
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Transform a side of Caesar salad into satisfying supper fare with strips of tender grilled chicken breast and sliced red pepper drizzled in a creamy signature dressing and sprinkled with Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp (25 mL) vegetable oil
- 1 tsp (5 mL) dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp (2 mL) pepper
- 1/4 tsp (1 mL) saIt
- 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 head romaine lettuce
- 1 carrot, shredded
- Half sweet red pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup (75 mL) light mayonnaise
- 3 tbsp (50 mL) milk
- 2 tbsp (25 mL) grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp (25 mL) lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp (2 mL) Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 tsp (1 mL) each salt and pepper
- 1/2 cup (125 mL) croutons
Cooking Instructions
- Combine oil, oregano, pepper and salt; brush over chicken. Place on greased grill over medium heat; close lid and cook, turning once, for 10 minutes or until no longer pink inside.
- Transfer to cutting board; tent with foil and let stand for 5 minutes. Cover and refrigerate 2 of the breasts. Slice remaining chicken across the grain into thin strips.
- Meanwhile, tear lettuce into bite-size pieces; place in large bowl. Add carrot, red pepper and chicken; toss lightly.
- Whisk together mayonnaise, milk, cheese, lemon juice, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper; pour over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with croutons.
Nutrition Facts
Servings per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Per each of 4 servings: about 328 cal, 37 g pro, 14 g total fat (2 g sat. fat), 12 g carb, 3 g fibre, 87 mg chol, 559 mg sodium. % RDI: 11% calcium, 16% iron, 96% vit A, 98% vit C, 75% folate.
Servings: 4
Serve It With:
Chicken Vegetable Stew
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