Keto Chicken Caesar Salad
Ready for a salad that doesn’t make you feel like you’re chewing on a sad, limp leaf? This Keto Chicken Caesar Salad is here to save the day. It’s packed with tender chicken, crisp lettuce, and a creamy, dreamy Caesar dressing that’s low on carbs and high on flavor. This isn’t just some sad excuse for a meal—this is a salad that will make you forget you’re even doing keto. So, throw away the soggy sandwich and embrace this satisfying, guilt-free Caesar. It’s everything you want in a salad, minus the carb overload.
Keto Chicken Caesar Salad
A fresh and flavorful keto-friendly twist on the classic Caesar salad, featuring crispy chicken and a rich dressing.
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 4 cups Romaine lettuce chopped
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup keto-friendly croutons optional
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through.
- While chicken cooks, whisk together mayonnaise, almond milk, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Once chicken is done, slice into strips.
- In a large bowl, toss chopped lettuce with the dressing.
- Top with sliced chicken, Parmesan, and croutons (if using).
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 360
- Total Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 25%
- Vitamin C: 20%
- Calcium: 8%
- Iron: 10%
- Vitamin K: 50%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance Flavor for the Recipe
- Add avocado for extra creaminess and healthy fats.
- For a tangier dressing, add a bit more lemon juice.
- To make the salad more filling, top with crispy bacon bits.
- If you like your dressing extra creamy, swap the almond milk for heavy cream.
