Low Carb Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken

Elevate your lunch or dinner with this Low Carb Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken, the perfect balance of wholesome ingredients and bold flavors. Featuring juicy, perfectly seasoned grilled chicken breasts atop crisp romaine lettuce, this recipe is tossed with a creamy low-carb Caesar dressing and topped with a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Optional anchovy fillets and crushed red pepper flakes add a gourmet touch, while a fresh squeeze of lemon juice ties everything together with a zesty kick. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and healthy salad is not only keto-friendly but also packed with protein, making it a satisfying meal for any occasion. Serve it as a standalone dish or pair it with your favorite low-carb sides for a complete feast!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 hearts Romaine lettuce
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, shaved or grated
• 0.5 cup Caesar dressing (low-carb)
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 pieces Anchovy fillets (optional)
• 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Step 3

Brush this mixture over both sides of the chicken breasts.

Step 4

Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and no longer pink in the center. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).

Step 5

Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into strips.

Step 6

While the chicken is resting, wash and dry the romaine lettuce, then chop it into bite-sized pieces.

Step 7

In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, and Caesar dressing. Toss until the lettuce is well coated.

Step 8

If using, chop the anchovy fillets finely and add them to the salad. Sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes for added spice.

Step 9

Add the sliced grilled chicken on top of the salad.

Step 10

Finish by drizzling lemon juice over the entire salad for added freshness.

Step 11

Serve immediately, ensuring each plate receives an equal share of chicken slices and dressed greens.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1868.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2199.4

Total Fat 142.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.6g
Cholesterol 450.4mg	0%
Sodium 7347.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.6g	0%
Total Sugars 9.9g
Protein 184.1g	0%

Vitamin D 211.1IU	0%
Calcium 1910.8mg	0%
Iron 15.6mg	0%
Potassium 3542.1mg	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: 58.4%

Protein: 33.4%

Carbs: 8.2%