Yogurt Caesar Grilled Chicken (Printable)

Tender grilled chicken over crisp romaine with a lightened-up creamy yogurt Caesar dressing

# What You'll Need:

→ Grilled Chicken

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
05 - ½ teaspoon salt
06 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Yogurt Caesar Dressing

07 - ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
08 - 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
09 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
10 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
11 - 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
12 - 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
13 - 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
14 - ¼ teaspoon salt
15 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Salad Components

16 - 2 large heads romaine lettuce, chopped
17 - ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
18 - ½ cup croutons
19 - ¼ cup shaved Parmesan cheese

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
02 - Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season with garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
03 - Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side or until fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F). Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
04 - While chicken is grilling, whisk together Greek yogurt, Parmesan, lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
05 - In a large salad bowl, combine chopped romaine, cherry tomatoes, and croutons.
06 - Drizzle with the yogurt Caesar dressing and toss to coat evenly.
07 - Top salad with grilled chicken strips and shaved Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The yogurt dressing stays creamy for days in the fridge, making tomorrow's lunch just as good as tonight's dinner
  • You get all the satisfaction of a restaurant Caesar with half the guilt and zero heavy feelings afterward
02 -
  • Letting the chicken rest before slicing is non-negotiable—cutting into it immediately releases all those precious juices and leaves you with dry meat
  • The dressing thickens as it sits in the refrigerator, so add a splash of water or lemon juice when reheating leftovers
03 -
  • For the absolute best texture, use full-fat Greek yogurt rather than fat-free, as it creates a silkier, more luxurious mouthfeel
  • Room temperature ingredients emulsify more easily, so let your yogurt sit out for 10 minutes before making the dressing
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