Hey there, food lovers! Today, I’m excited to share one of my favorite salad recipes: Chicken Caesar Salad with Lemon Basil Marinated Chicken. This recipe is not only healthy but also packed with flavors that will leave you craving more. Let’s dive into the details and make this delicious dish together!

Ingredients

For the Caesar Dressing

  • 225g Fat-Free Greek Yogurt
  • 20ml Lemon Juice
  • 10ml Olive Oil
  • 25g Reduced Fat Parmesan Cheese
  • 30ml Worcestershire Sauce
  • 5g Whole Grain Dijon Mustard
  • Salt (to taste)
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder (*only for those without IBS)

For the Lemon Basil Marinated Chicken

  • 360g Chicken Tenderloin or Breast
  • 10ml Sugar-Free Honey (Honey Tree)
  • ½ tsp Mixed Herbs
  • ½ tsp Red Chili Flakes
  • 25ml Lemon Juice
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Pepper (to taste)

For the Salad

  • 500g Romaine Lettuce
  • 250g Cherry Tomatoes
  • 250g Mixed Bell Peppers

Macros

Caesar Dressing (316g)

  • Serves: 5 (63g each)
  • Protein: 29.1g
  • Carbs: 26g
  • Fat: 14.7g

Lemon Basil Marinated Chicken (400g)

  • Serves: ~5 (80g each)
  • Protein: 71g
  • Carbs: 14g
  • Fat: 0g

Salad (1000g)

  • Serves: 5 (250g each)
  • Calories: 213 kcal
  • Protein: 15g
  • Carbs: 35g
  • Fat: 1.3g

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Caesar Dressing

First, let’s make the Caesar dressing. Combine 225g of fat-free Greek yogurt, 20ml of lemon juice, 10ml of olive oil, 25g of reduced-fat Parmesan cheese, 30ml of Worcestershire sauce, 5g of whole grain Dijon mustard, a pinch of salt, and 1 tsp of garlic powder (only if you don’t have IBS) in a Tupperware container. Mix until all the ingredients are well combined. Once done, refrigerate the dressing. This makes 5 servings.

Step 2: Marinate the Chicken

Next, it’s time to prepare the lemon basil marinated chicken. In a zip-lock bag, combine 360g of chicken tenderloin or breast, 10ml of sugar-free honey, ½ tsp of mixed herbs, ½ tsp of red chili flakes, 25ml of lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste. Marinate the chicken overnight for the best flavor. When ready to cook, grill the marinated chicken on a non-stick frying pan with a light spray of oil. This will give you a juicy and flavorful chicken to top your salad. This recipe makes about 5 servings.

Step 3: Assemble the Salad

Finally, let’s assemble the salad. In a large Tupperware container, combine 500g of Romaine lettuce, 250g of cherry tomatoes, and 250g of mixed bell peppers. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly. This fresh and colorful salad mix serves 5 people.

Conclusion

And there you have it! A delicious and healthy Chicken Caesar Salad with Lemon Basil Marinated Chicken. This recipe is perfect for meal prep or a family dinner. The combination of tangy Caesar dressing, flavorful marinated chicken, and fresh veggies makes this salad a winner. Enjoy your nutritious and tasty meal!