Yogurt Caesar Grilled Chicken Salad (Printable Version)

Fresh grilled chicken atop romaine with creamy Greek yogurt Caesar dressing. High-protein, easy to prepare main dish.

# Ingredient List:

→ Grilled Chicken

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
05 - ½ teaspoon salt
06 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Yogurt Caesar Dressing

07 - ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or whole milk)
08 - 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
09 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
10 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
11 - 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
12 - 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
13 - 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
14 - ¼ teaspoon salt
15 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Salad

16 - 2 large heads romaine lettuce, chopped
17 - ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
18 - ½ cup homemade or store-bought croutons
19 - ¼ cup shaved Parmesan cheese

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
02 - Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season evenly with garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
03 - Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Allow to rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
04 - In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
05 - In a large salad bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and croutons. Drizzle with yogurt Caesar dressing and toss thoroughly to coat.
06 - Top salad with grilled chicken strips and shaved Parmesan cheese.
07 - Serve immediately while chicken is warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The yogurt dressing delivers all that classic Caesar tang with way less heaviness than traditional versions
  • Grilled chicken adds smoky depth that makes this salad feel like a real meal, not just an afterthought
02 -
  • Letting the chicken rest before slicing keeps all those juices inside instead of running onto your cutting board
  • The dressing thickens slightly in the fridge, so add a splash of water if it has been sitting
03 -
  • Pound the chicken breasts to even thickness so they cook at the same rate
  • Grate your own Parmesan instead of buying pre shredded for better melting in the dressing
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