Keto Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe
This Keto Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad is packed with juicy grilled chicken, crispy romaine lettuce, parmesan crisps, and a creamy homemade dressing. A delicious low-carb meal perfect for lunch, dinner, or even a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner. It’s easy to make and full of flavor!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Salad, Lunch
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: American, Keto, Low-Carb
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Juice of half a lemon
For the Salad:
- 1 large head of romaine lettuce, chopped
- ½ cup shaved or grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup homemade or store-bought Parmesan crisps, crumbled
- ½ cup crispy bacon bits (optional)
For the Caesar Dressing:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 anchovy fillets, minced (or 1 teaspoon anchovy paste)
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken:
Pat chicken breasts dry. In a bowl, mix olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and lemon juice. Coat the chicken and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes (longer is better).
Grill the Chicken:
Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let it rest, then slice.
Make the Caesar Dressing:
In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and anchovy paste. If too thick, add a little water.
Assemble the Salad:
Toss chopped romaine lettuce with half the dressing. Add Parmesan cheese, bacon bits, and crumbled Parmesan crisps. Toss again lightly.
Top and Serve:
Place sliced grilled chicken on top. Drizzle with the remaining dressing and sprinkle extra Parmesan if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra crisp lettuce, chill it in ice water before using.
- If you don’t like anchovies, skip them or use a little extra Worcestershire sauce.
- You can bake or air-fry the chicken if you don’t have a grill.
Please note: The recipe or ingredients shown in the video might vary slightly from what’s listed here. Use the video as an illustration, but for the best results, you might want to stick to the recipe provided in this article.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520 Sugar: 1g Sodium: 980mg Fat: 38g Saturated Fat: 10g Unsaturated Fat: 26g Trans Fat: 0g Carbohydrates: 5g Fiber: 2g Protein: 42g Cholesterol: 120mg