Yogurt Caesar Grilled Chicken Salad (Printable Version)

A lighter Caesar featuring creamy Greek yogurt dressing and tender grilled chicken over crisp romaine.

# 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 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Yogurt Caesar Dressing

07 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or whole milk)
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 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
15 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Salad Components

16 - 2 large heads romaine lettuce, chopped
17 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
18 - 1/2 cup croutons
19 - 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese

# Directions:

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 reaches 165°F). Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
04 - In a bowl, 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. Drizzle with the yogurt Caesar dressing and toss to coat evenly.
06 - Top salad with grilled chicken strips and shaved Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The creamy yogurt dressing keeps all the tangy Caesar satisfaction without weighing you down like oil-based versions
  • Everything comes together in under 40 minutes, making it perfect for those busy weeknights when takeout sounds tempting
  • You get 36 grams of protein per serving while still eating something that feels fresh and summery
02 -
  • Letting the chicken rest for those full 5 minutes makes the difference between juicy meat and dry disappointment
  • The dressing thickens up in the fridge, so add a splash of water or lemon juice if you make it ahead
  • Romaine needs to be completely dry before tossing, or the dressing will slide right off instead of coating the leaves
03 -
  • Pound your chicken breasts to even thickness so they cook at the same rate
  • Taste the dressing before adding it to the salad and adjust the lemon or salt as needed
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