Classic Caesar

Cookinero 11 Apr 2025

Caesar salad is a popular American dish all over the world. Nowadays, the menu of almost every restaurant includes this appetizer. We suggest you prepare a traditional Caesar salad yourself, which is not inferior to the restaurant dish. For maximum compliance with the traditional recipe, use a special sauce, not mayonnaise.

How to cook Classic Caesar

Step 1

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Cut the chicken breast into small pieces.

Step 2

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Using the flat side of a knife, crush the garlic cloves.

Step 3

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Heat a frying pan with olive oil. Add crushed garlic cloves to give the oil a garlicky flavor.

Step 4

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Transfer the sliced chicken to the pan.

Step 5

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Fry the chicken until cooked through, 7-10 minutes.

Step 6

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Prepare the croutons for the salad in a preheated dry frying pan.

Step 7

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Dice the tomato.

Step 8

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Line the bottom of a salad plate with lettuce.

Step 9

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Place the cooked chicken on top of the salad.

Step 10

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Place the chopped tomato in a salad bowl.

Step 11

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Add croutons and parmesan.

Step 12

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Season the salad with mayonnaise.

Step 13

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Garnish the salad with half a tomato, add salt and pepper to taste.

Step 14

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Serve the salad immediately so that the croutons do not absorb too much moisture and remain crispy. Enjoy!

Classic Caesar - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes! Grilled shrimp, tofu, or even chickpeas work well as vegetarian or pescatarian alternatives.
Simply replace regular croutons with gluten-free bread cubes or roasted chickpeas for crunch.
Store components separately: keep dressing-covered greens in an airtight container for 1 day, and croutons at room temperature to maintain crispness.
Yes! Cook chicken 1-2 days ahead, make croutons up to 3 days in advance, and wash/dry lettuce. Assemble just before serving.
Use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise in the dressing, and reduce cheese by half or substitute with nutritional yeast.
Try adding avocado slices, roasted red peppers, or shaved Brussels sprouts for extra nutrition and texture.
Yes, cooked chicken freezes well for 2-3 months. Thaw in fridge overnight and briefly reheat before adding to salad.
Increase healthy fats by adding avocado and bacon bits, and use pork rinds instead of croutons for crunch.
A crisp white like Sauvignon Blanc or Chardonnay complements the rich flavors beautifully.
Keep dressed greens separate until serving, and place a paper towel in the storage container to absorb excess moisture.

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