Caesar Salad with Chicken
A classic Caesar salad featuring a rich and creamy dressing, crisp romaine lettuce, savory anchovies, and optional pan-fried chicken, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or brunch.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1 head Romaine lettuce Washed and torn into bite-sized pieces
- 4 fillets Anchovies For the dressing
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced
- 1 large Egg yolk For creaminess in the dressing
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Adds flavor to the dressing
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor
- 1/2 cup Olive oil Gradually whisked into the dressing
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Grated, for topping
- 1 cup Croutons For added crunch
- 2 pieces Pan-fried chicken Optional, cooked until golden brown
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by washing and tearing the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, combine the anchovies, minced garlic, egg yolk, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice.
- Gradually whisk in the olive oil until the dressing is creamy and well combined.
- Toss the romaine lettuce with the dressing and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and croutons.
- Cook the chicken until golden brown and place it on top of the salad.
- Serve immediately to enjoy all the flavors at their freshest!
Notes
For the ultimate presentation, serve the salad in a chilled bowl for an extra refreshing bite. Leftovers can last in the fridge for up to two days without dressing. Use high-quality ingredients for best flavor.