Keto Caesar Chicken

Elevate your low-carb dining with this flavorful Keto Caesar Chicken recipe, a protein-packed twist on the classic Caesar salad. Perfectly seasoned and oven-baked chicken breasts take center stage, laid over a crisp bed of chopped romaine lettuce and generously sprinkled with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. The rich, creamy Caesar dressing—enhanced with a zesty splash of lemon juice and optional anchovy filets—ties everything together in a harmonious medley of bold flavors. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and easy keto-friendly dish is ideal for busy weeknights or an elegant lunch. Whether you're following a ketogenic diet or simply looking for a delicious yet healthy meal idea, this dish promises satisfaction in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 head romaine lettuce
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 cup caesar dressing
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 pieces anchovy filets (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.

Step 3

Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, followed by garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Place the seasoned chicken breasts on a baking sheet and cook in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 5

While the chicken is baking, wash and roughly chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and arrange it in a large salad bowl.

Step 6

Once the chicken is cooked, allow it to rest for 5 minutes before slicing it crosswise into strips.

Step 7

Add the sliced chicken on top of the romaine lettuce.

Step 8

Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the salad.

Step 9

In a small bowl, mix the Caesar dressing with lemon juice and, if using, finely chopped anchovy filets for extra flavor.

Step 10

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.

Step 11

Serve the Keto Caesar Chicken immediately, garnished with more Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1203.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1362.9

Total Fat 60.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g
Cholesterol 361.4mg	0%
Sodium 4847.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 58.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.5g	0%
Total Sugars 15.3g
Protein 144.4g	0%

Vitamin D 89.5IU	0%
Calcium 787.6mg	0%
Iron 10.7mg	0%
Potassium 2284.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.0%

Protein: 42.8%

Carbs: 17.2%