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Best Chicken Caesar Salad with Homemade Croutons

Rachel AnneRecipe By Rachel Anne |Updated 2025-08-17 |26 Comments
Best Chicken Caesar Salad with Homemade Croutons
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Best Chicken Caesar Salad with Homemade Croutons

PREP20 min
COOK25 min

This Best Chicken Caesar Salad with Homemade Croutons recipe delivers juicy chicken, creamy dressing, and crispy croutons for a flavorful, crowd-pleasing meal.

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4SERVINGS

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment.
  2. 2
    Toss bread cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, and salt. Spread in a single layer and bake 10-15 minutes, tossing halfway, until golden.
  3. 3
    Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Grill or pan-sear over medium-high for 5-6 minutes per side, until cooked through. Rest, then slice.
  4. 4
    Whisk together all dressing ingredients (mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon, anchovy paste, garlic, Parmesan, pepper) in a bowl until creamy.
  5. 5
    In a large bowl, toss romaine with dressing. Add croutons, sliced chicken, and Parmesan. Gently toss to combine.
  6. 6
    Plate, garnish with extra Parmesan and black pepper, and serve right away.

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