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Jamie Oliver Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe

Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe by Jamie Oliver

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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 large chicken breasts (preferably free-range)
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • A drizzle of olive oil
For the Dressing
  • 2 anchovy fillets, finely chopped
  • 1 clove of garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt or light mayo
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
  • A pinch of salt and pepper
For the Salad
  • 1 head of Romaine lettuce, washed and torn
  • 2 slices of bread, cut into bite-size cubes for croutons
  • A drizzle of olive oil (for the croutons)
  • Extra grated Parmesan cheese for garnish

Method
 

Cook the Chicken
  1. Heat the oven to 200°C/400°F.
  2. Liberally sprinkle the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Drizzle with a bit of olive oil and put them on to an oven tray.
  3. Roast for around 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (juices run clear and internal temperature reads 75°C/165°F). Let rest before slicing.
Prepare the Croutons
  1. While the chicken cooks, toss your bread cubes with a little olive oil and a sprinkle of salt.
  2. Spread them across a baking tray and roast for 8-10 minutes, or until golden and crisp. Watch them closely to prevent burning.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, combine the chopped anchovy fillets, minced garlic, yogurt (or mayo), grated Parmesan, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce (if using) and whisk together.
  2. Add a small pinch of salt and pepper to taste. If it’s too thick, thin it with a splash of water or olive oil.
Assemble the Salad
  1. Add the torn Romaine lettuce to a large bowl.
  2. Once the chicken breasts have rested, slice them and scatter on top of the lettuce.
  3. Drizzle generously with your Caesar dressing, then lightly toss everything to coat.
  4. Add the crunchy croutons, and top with another grating of Parmesan.
Serve & Enjoy
  1. Dig in immediately, while the croutons are crunchy and the dressing is fresh. This Jamie Oliver Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe proves that there is no denying a homemade approach—once you go homemade, you never go back!