Classic Chicken Caesar Salad
A hearty, protein-packed salad featuring tender chicken breast, crisp romaine, and a classic Caesar dressing. Satisfying and perfectly balanced to keep you energized all afternoon.
The perimenopause lens
A cautious perimenopause lens
These tags explain why the recipe may appear in Lila. They are prompts for noticing your own patterns—not evidence that this meal treats a symptom.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthAppetite changes
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Low energy
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Fatigue
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Brain fog
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Before you start
Your 25-minute game plan
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Equipment
Large skillet · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Prep the vegetables and measure pantry ingredients earlier in the day to shorten cook time.
Do these three things first
- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 2Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
- 3Read through the steps once before you begin
Ingredients
Gather as you go
Ingredients
From Your Pantry
Cook along
One clear step at a time
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Next: Season the chicken breast generously with salt
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Season the chicken breast generously with salt
Season the chicken breast generously with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of garlic powder.
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Heat the olive oil in a skillet…
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (an internal temperature of 165°F). Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
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While the chicken cooks
While the chicken cooks, place the chopped romaine lettuce and halved cherry tomatoes into a large mixing bowl.
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Drizzle the Caesar dressing over the vegetables…
Drizzle the Caesar dressing over the vegetables and toss well until the leaves are evenly coated.
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Transfer the dressed greens to a plate…
Transfer the dressed greens to a plate or serving bowl. Slice the rested chicken breast and arrange it on top.
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Finish by scattering the whole grain croutons…
Finish by scattering the whole grain croutons and shaved parmesan cheese over the salad.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
Let the chicken rest before slicing
Let the chicken rest before slicing. This allows the natural juices to redistribute, ensuring the meat stays tender rather than drying out.
If you are prepping this for…
If you are prepping this for work, pack the dressing in a separate small container and toss just before eating to keep the romaine crisp.
Check your Caesar dressing label
Check your Caesar dressing label. A traditional, high-quality dressing uses real olive oil, parmesan, egg yolks, and anchovy paste, avoiding highly processed seed oils.
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