Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad

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This grilled chicken Caesar salad has a simple, flavorful marinade for the chicken that will take your salad game to the next level.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
  • 1 large bunch romaine, torn (12 cups)
  • 1-1/2 cups caesar salad croutons
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
  • 2/3 cup creamy caesar salad dressing
  • grated parmesan cheese, optional

Directions

  1. In a bowl or shallow dish, combine the first eight ingredients; add chicken and turn to coat; cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  2. Drain and discard marinade. Grill chicken, uncovered, over medium-low heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°.
  3. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the romaine, croutons and tomatoes; add dressing and toss to coat. Divide among six salad plates. Slice chicken; arrange on salads. If desired, garnish with grated Parmesan cheese.
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