Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad Meal Prep

This Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad Meal Prep is a healthy and tasty option for your weekday lunches and dinners. This recipe is a great balance of healthy fats, vegetables, and protein. It includes grilled chicken and fresh greens with a homemade Caesar salad dressing. This dish can be prepared in advance to make it easy for you to grab and go!

Ingredients for 4 servings:

• Grilled Chicken Recipe
  • 4 skinless and boneless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp of garlic powder
  • 1 tsp of onion powder
  • 1 tsp dried Oregano
  • Half a teaspoon of salt
  • Black pepper, 1/2 tsp
  • Juice of half a lemon
• To make Caesar Salad
  • 6 cups of Romaine lettuce, chopped
  • Half a cup of cherry tomatoes (optional).
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese shaved
  • 1 cup croutons, either store-bought/homemade
• To make Homemade Caesar Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Greek yoghurt (or mayonnaise if preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • Lemon juice, 1 tbsp
  • 1 tsp of garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Taste salt and pepper
  • Water (to thin if necessary)

Instructions:

1. Grill the chicken:
   • Preheat your grill or grill pan on medium-high heat.
   • Mix olive oil with garlic powder, onion, oregano powder, salt, pepper and lemon juice in a small bowl.
   • Rub the seasoning mix onto the chicken breasts.
   • Grill the chicken on each side for 5 to 7 minutes, or until its internal temperature reaches 165degF. Allow the chicken to rest for a couple of minutes before cutting it into thin strips.
2. How to make Caesar Dressing
   • In a large bowl, combine grated Parmesan, Dijon mustard (or Greek yoghurt), lemon juice, garlic, Worcestershire sauce and olive oil. If you find the dressing too thick, add some water to achieve your desired consistency.
3. Assemble your salad:
   • Divide the Romaine lettuce into 4 containers for meal preparation.
   • Add a few halved cherry tomato halves (if you are using them), then sprinkle with shaved Parmesan and croutons.
   • Add grilled chicken to each salad.
4. Store and Serve
   • To prevent your salad from getting soggy, keep the dressing in a small jar or container.
   • Keep the containers of meal preparation in the refrigerator for up to four days.
   • Toss the salad with Caesar dressing when ready to serve.

Tips:

• You can also marinate your chicken overnight to add extra flavour. The marinade made with herbs, lemon and garlic is delicious.
• Dressing Options You can customize the Caesar dressing according to your tastes. Use more Greek yoghurt and less oil for a lighter version.
• Add extras such as sliced cucumbers, red onions, and avocados to the salad to enhance the taste and texture.
• Meal Prep Storage – To keep your salad fresh, store dressing separately from the salad and add it just before you eat.

Why you’ll love this meal prep:

• This meal is balanced and packed with healthy fats and protein. It’s perfect for lunch or dinner.
• Easy to Prepare: You can prepare delicious meals for the coming week with just a few simple ingredients and preparation steps.
• You can customize this recipe to suit your tastes.

Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad Meal Prep is a delicious, light meal for any day!