Description
Skinny Chicken and Avocado Caesar Salad is a delightful twist on the classic favorite, combining tender grilled chicken with creamy avocado atop crisp romaine leaves. Lightly dressed with a zesty Caesar dressing, this salad is both satisfying and refreshing, perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a summer barbecue or a cozy dinner at home. Each bite offers a blend of flavors that will leave you feeling like royalty without the extra calories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 head romaine lettuce (chopped)
- 1 ripe avocado (diced)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup light Caesar dressing
- 1 cup croutons
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill for 6-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- In a small bowl, whisk together Caesar dressing and additional lemon juice or Greek yogurt for creaminess.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine and diced avocado. Drizzle with half the dressing and toss gently.
- Slice grilled chicken and arrange on top of the salad. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Finish with croutons and black pepper, tossing everything lightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 300g
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg