A light salad with grilled chicken, crisp romaine, and creamy yogurt dressing for a fresh, satisfying meal.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Grilled Chicken
01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
05 - ½ teaspoon salt
06 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
→ Yogurt Caesar Dressing
07 - ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or whole milk)
08 - 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
09 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
10 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
11 - 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
12 - 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
13 - 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
14 - ¼ teaspoon salt
15 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
→ Salad
16 - 2 large heads romaine lettuce, chopped
17 - ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
18 - ½ cup homemade or store-bought croutons
19 - ¼ cup shaved Parmesan cheese
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
02 - Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season evenly with garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
03 - Grill chicken breasts for 6 to 7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.
04 - In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, grated Parmesan, lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
05 - Combine chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and croutons in a large salad bowl. Drizzle with the yogurt Caesar dressing and toss gently to coat.
06 - Top the salad with grilled chicken strips and garnish with shaved Parmesan cheese.
07 - Serve immediately for optimal freshness and flavor.
