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Jamie Oliver Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe

Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe by Jamie Oliver

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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

Instructions
 

Cook the Chicken

  • Heat the oven to 200°C/400°F.
  • Liberally sprinkle the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Drizzle with a bit of olive oil and put them on to an oven tray.
  • 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

  • While the chicken cooks, toss your bread cubes with a little olive oil and a sprinkle of salt.
  • 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

  • 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.
  • 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

  • Add the torn Romaine lettuce to a large bowl.
  • Once the chicken breasts have rested, slice them and scatter on top of the lettuce.
  • Drizzle generously with your Caesar dressing, then lightly toss everything to coat.
  • Add the crunchy croutons, and top with another grating of Parmesan.

Serve & Enjoy

  • 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!