Grilled Chicken & Kale Caesar Classic
Hearty kale Caesar salad with tender grilled chicken, creamy dressing, and a sprinkle of Parmesan.
Equipment
- Grill or grill pan
Ingredients
- 2 Anchovy fillets
- 4 4-oz Chicken breasts
- 1 clove Garlic minced
- 1 large bunch Tuscan kale cleaned and thinly sliced
- Juice of 2 Lemons divided
- 3 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil divided
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan + for serving
- ½ pint red grape Tomatoes
- ¼ cup 2% Greek yogurt
- ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Kosher salt
Instructions
- In a mini food processor, combine Parmesan, Greek yogurt, ¼ cup lemon juice, anchovy fillets, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic and pulse.
- With the motor running, add 2 tablespoons olive oil and puree until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat a grill or grill pan over high heat.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper and rub with remaining olive oil.
- Grill until golden and cooked through, 7 to 8 minutes per side.
- Pour remaining lemon juice over chicken breasts and transfer to a cutting board.
- Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.
- In a large bowl, toss kale and tomatoes.
- Add half the Caesar dressing and taste, adding more if desired.
- Divide salad among 4 plates and top with grilled chicken and more Parmesan.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
Serve immediately to maintain the freshness of the kale and the warmth of the chicken.
Wine Advice:
A crisp Sauvignon Blanc or a light-bodied Pinot Grigio would complement the flavors of the salad.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 400 kcal | Carbohydrates: 10 g | Protein: 40 g | Fat: 22 g | Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 3 g | Salt: 1.5 g