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Crispy Chicken Caesar Salad with High Protein Greek Yogurt Dressing

Crispy Chicken Caesar Salad with High Protein Greek Yogurt Dressing

This crispy chicken Caesar salad is a delightful twist on the classic, featuring tender air-fried or baked chicken, fresh romaine, juicy grape tomatoes, and a...
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 dash garlic powder
  • 1 dash paprika
  • 1 dash salt
  • 1 dash pepper
  • 1 head romaine lettuce chopped
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup crushed croutons
  • 1 dash fresh or grated Parmesan
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 cloves garlic grated
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 dash salt
  • 1 dash pepper
  • 1 tbsp water (to thin if needed)

Method
 

Prepare the chicken:
  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  2. Dredge the chicken in flour, dip it in the beaten eggs, and coat it with panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Air fry at 390°F for 15–18 minutes or bake at 400°F until crispy and cooked through. Let the chicken rest, then slice it.
Prepare the salad:
  1. In a large bowl, toss the chopped romaine lettuce, grape tomatoes, and crushed croutons.
Make the dressing:
  1. Whisk together the Greek yogurt, grated garlic, Parmesan, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. Add water to thin if needed.
Assemble the salad:
  1. Add the sliced chicken to the salad and drizzle with the prepared dressing.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, spray the chicken with a light coat of cooking spray before air frying or baking.
  • Adjust the consistency of the dressing by adding more or less water to suit your preference.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor in both the salad and dressing.
  • If you don’t have an air fryer, baking the chicken is a great alternative for a healthier option.