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Chicken Caesar Salad

A quick and easy low carb high protein salad that's delicious and satisfying, perfect for healthy eating.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 pieces cooked chicken breasts, diced or sliced Use freshly cooked chicken for more flavor.
  • 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1/4 cup Caesar dressing, low-carb Adjust the amount of dressing to your taste.
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Can add extra cheese on top for serving.
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • optional croutons Adds carbs, but can be included for crunch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce and diced chicken.
  2. Drizzle the Caesar dressing over the chicken and lettuce.
  3. Toss everything together until well mixed.
  4. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. If using croutons, sprinkle them on before serving.

Notes

Store any leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It’s best to keep the dressing separate until you’re ready to eat. For variations, you can swap chicken for shrimp or grilled steak, or, if vegetarian, add chickpeas or tofu for protein.