Whole30 Caesar Chicken

Transform your weeknight dinners with this flavorful and nourishing Whole30 Caesar Chicken salad! This recipe combines juicy oven-baked chicken breasts with crisp romaine lettuce, sweet cherry tomatoes, and smoky crumbled bacon, all tossed in a creamy, dairy-free Caesar dressing packed with bold flavors from garlic, lemon juice, and anchovy paste. Coconut milk and nutritional yeast provide a velvety, cheesy finish that’s completely Whole30 compliant. Ready in just 45 minutes, this wholesome salad is perfect for meal prep or a fresh, satisfying lunch. Healthy, gluten-free, and paleo-friendly, this Whole30 Caesar Chicken is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
• 1 tablespoon coconut aminos
• 0.25 cup coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 heads romaine lettuce, chopped
• 0.5 cup Whole30 compliant bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, then season them with salt and black pepper.

Step 3

Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the juices run clear.

Step 4

While the chicken is baking, prepare the Whole30 Caesar dressing by combining the remaining olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, anchovy paste, coconut aminos, coconut milk, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Whisk together until smooth and creamy.

Step 5

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

Step 6

In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and crumbled bacon.

Step 7

Add the sliced chicken to the salad bowl.

Step 8

Drizzle the prepared Caesar dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is well coated.

Step 9

Sprinkle nutritional yeast over the top for a cheesy flavor that is Whole30 compliant.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your nutritious Whole30 Caesar Chicken salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2407.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2390.2

Total Fat 115.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 679.6mg	0%
Sodium 5539.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 63.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.1g	0%
Total Sugars 25.2g
Protein 274.5g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 549.7mg	0%
Iron 17.4mg	0%
Potassium 5997.8mg	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: 43.5%

Protein: 45.8%

Carbs: 10.7%