Cajun Chicken Caesar Salad
A spicy twist on a classic Caesar salad, this recipe features Cajun-spiced chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, and a creamy Caesar dressing.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Caesar dressing - 1/2 cup
- Croutons - 1 cup
- Parmesan cheese - 1/2 cup, grated
- Romaine lettuce - 1 head, chopped
- Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
- Cajun seasoning - 2 tablespoons
- Chicken breasts - 4, boneless and skinless
Let's Get Started
- Season the chicken breasts on both sides with the Cajun seasoning.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through. Remove from the skillet and let rest for a few minutes, then slice.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, grated Parmesan cheese, and croutons.
- Drizzle the Caesar dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Top the salad with the sliced Cajun chicken.
- Serve immediately, with extra Caesar dressing on the side if desired.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Salad
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 30g
- Carbs: 10g
- Protein: 35g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 3g
