Yogurt Caesar Grilled Chicken Salad (Printable)

Tender grilled chicken atop crisp romaine with a creamy Greek yogurt dressing. A lighter take on classic Caesar flavors.

# What You Need:

→ 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 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Yogurt Caesar Dressing

07 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
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, minced
13 - 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
14 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
15 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Salad

16 - 2 large heads romaine lettuce, chopped
17 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
18 - 1/2 cup croutons
19 - 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese

# How-To Steps:

01 - Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high temperature.
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 fully cooked with internal temperature reaching 165°F. Rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.
04 - Whisk together Greek yogurt, Parmesan, lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
05 - Combine chopped romaine, cherry tomatoes, and croutons in a large salad bowl. Drizzle with yogurt Caesar dressing and toss until evenly coated.
06 - Arrange grilled chicken strips on top of salad and garnish with shaved Parmesan cheese.
07 - Transfer to serving bowls or plates and serve immediately while chicken is warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • A healthier, high-protein take on a classic salad with 36g of protein per serving.
  • The dressing uses Greek yogurt for a creamy texture without the heavy calories of traditional versions.
  • Simple preparation with a total time of only 35 minutes.
02 -
  • Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing to keep the meat tender and juicy.
  • Whisk the dressing until completely smooth and creamy to ensure even coating of the lettuce.
  • Use fresh lemon juice and finely minced garlic for the brightest dressing flavor.
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