Blackened Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe​

🔥🥗 Spice up your salad routine with this bold and flavorful Blackened Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe. Perfectly seasoned chicken meets crisp romaine, crunchy croutons, and creamy Caesar dressing for a mouthwatering twist on a classic dish.

🥗 Introduction to Blackened Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe

Looking to spice up your classic Caesar salad? This Blackened Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe is the perfect fusion of bold Southern flavor and fresh, crunchy greens. Featuring tender, juicy chicken seasoned with a smoky blackened spice blend, this recipe brings an exciting twist to a timeless favorite. It’s ideal for lunch, dinner, or meal prep and comes together quickly, making it a top choice for busy weeknights or healthy eating goals.

What sets this Blackened Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe apart is its balance of textures and flavors. The spicy seared chicken pairs perfectly with crisp romaine, creamy Caesar dressing, sharp Parmesan, and crunchy croutons. It’s not only satisfying and protein rich but also incredibly versatile easy to customize with toppings like avocado, cherry tomatoes, or even a boiled egg for added nutrition.

Whether you’re following a low-carb lifestyle, looking to boost your protein intake, or simply craving something delicious and nutritious, this Blackened Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe delivers on all fronts. Plus, making it at home ensures better control over ingredients, flavor, and portion size. Ready to elevate your salad game? Let’s get started!

Blackened Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe

This Blackened Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe combines spicy, pan-seared chicken with crisp romaine lettuce, creamy Caesar dressing, parmesan, and crunchy croutons. A bold, protein-packed upgrade to a classic salad—perfect for lunch, dinner, or healthy meal prep. 👤 Author Use Default (Don’t Show) 👥 Servings 4 people 💲 Estimated Cost $5 ⏱ Times Prep Time: 0 days 0 hours 10 minutes Cook Time: 0 days 0 hours 15 minutes Resting Time: 0 days 0 hours 0 minutes Total Time: 0 days 0 hours 25 minutes 📂 Categories Salad, Main Dish, Healthy Recipes 🍽 Courses Lunch, Dinner 🌍 Cuisines American 🔑 Keywords Blackened Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe, Chicken Caesar Salad, Healthy Caesar Salad

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: American

Calories: 340

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• Amount Unit Name Notes
• 2 Chicken breasts Boneless skinless
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 tsp Paprika
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 1/2 tsp Cayenne pepper Optional adjust to taste
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1/2 tsp Black pepper
• 6 cups Romaine lettuce Chopped
• 1/3 cup Caesar dressing Homemade or store-bought
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese Shredded or shaved
• 1/2 cup Croutons Optional
• Lemon wedges For serving optional

Equipment

• Amount Name Notes
• 1 Skillet or Grill Pan For searing chicken
• 1 Mixing Bowl For tossing salad
• 1 Tongs To flip chicken

Method

 

1. Season Chicken: In a small bowl, mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Rub spice blend over both sides of the chicken breasts.
2. Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sear for 5–6 minutes on each side or until fully cooked. Let rest 2–3 minutes, then slice.
3. Assemble Salad: In a large bowl, toss chopped romaine with Caesar dressing until well coated.
4. Top & Serve: Add sliced chicken on top of the salad, sprinkle with parmesan and croutons. Serve with lemon wedges if desired.
5. 🔢 Nutrition (Per Serving)
6. Calories: 340 kcal
7. Protein: 28g | Carbs: 10g | Fat: 20g | Fiber: 2g

Notes

Adjust spice level by reducing cayenne.

For a lighter option, use Greek yogurt Caesar dressing.

Chicken can be grilled or air-fried for variation.

❓ FAQs (Blackened Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe​)

Q1: Can I use pre-cooked chicken?
A1: Yes! Just season and warm it before adding to the salad.

Q2: Is it gluten-free?
A2: Skip the croutons or use GF versions to make it gluten free.

Q3: Can I meal prep this salad?
A3: Yes! Keep dressing and chicken separate until ready to serve.

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