Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe

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Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe

Prep: 20 min. + marinating Grill: 15 min.

Yield: 2 Servings

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon seasoned salt
2 to 3 slices day-old bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup Olive Garden Signature Italian Dressing

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2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
6 cups torn romaine
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup creamy Caesar salad dressing

Directions

In a bowl, combine the butter, garlic powder and seasoned salt; add bread cubes and toss to coat. Place on a baking sheet; bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown.
Pour Italian dressing into a large resealable plastic bag; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
Drain and discard marinade. Grill chicken, uncovered, over medium heat or broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 6-7 minutes on each side or until juices run clear. Cut into strips or cubes; refrigerate until chilled.
Just before serving, combine the romaine, cheese, croutons and chicken in a salad bowl. Drizzle with Caesar dressing; toss gently to coat. Yield: 2 servings.

Originally published as Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad in Cooking for One or Two Cookbook , p51

Parmesan Pointers

When a recipe calls for shredded Parmesan cheese, use the cheese found in bags in the grocery store dairy section. Shredded Parmesan is often used in salads or soups where the shreds make a pretty garnish. If grated Parmesan is called for, use the finely grated cheese sold in containers with shaker/pourer tops. This type works well in lasagna and casseroles. (You can substitute either shredded or grated Parmesan in equal proportions in your favorite recipes.) If you decide to buy a chunk of Parmesan cheese and grate your own, be sure to use the finest section on your grating tool. You can also use a blender or food processor. Simply cut the cheese into 1-inch cubes and process 1 cup of cubes at a time on high until finely grated.