Chicken Caesar Salad Skewers (Printable)

Grilled chicken, romaine leaves, and crunchy croutons drizzled with classic Caesar dressing for a tasty starter.

# Ingredient List:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 12 oz), cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

→ Salad

06 - 12 small romaine lettuce leaves, washed and dried

→ Croutons

07 - 12 large croutons (about 1-inch cubes), store-bought or homemade

→ Dressing

08 - 1/4 cup (60 ml) Caesar dressing, store-bought or homemade
09 - Optional: freshly grated Parmesan cheese for garnish

# Steps:

01 - Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
02 - In a bowl, toss chicken cubes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
03 - Thread one chicken cube onto each skewer. Grill skewers for 3 to 4 minutes per side until fully cooked and lightly charred. Allow to rest for 2 minutes.
04 - Layer each skewer by adding one romaine leaf, followed by the grilled chicken cube, and top with a crouton.
05 - Arrange skewers on a serving platter. Drizzle with Caesar dressing and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
06 - Serve immediately to preserve freshness and texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're handheld elegance—everyone feels fancy eating something on a stick.
  • The warm grilled chicken contrasts beautifully with the cool, crisp romaine and salty crouton.
  • Prep and assembly take minutes, leaving you free to actually enjoy your guests.
02 -
  • Don't skip letting the grilled chicken cool slightly—hot chicken will cook the romaine and turn it limp before anyone eats it.
  • Thread the chicken piece first so the leaf and crouton have something sturdy to hold onto; otherwise, everything slides around chaotically.
03 -
  • Use a meat thermometer if you're nervous about doneness—chicken is safe at 165°F (74°C) internal temperature.
  • If your croutons are already a bit soft, pop them in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes right before assembly to re-crisp them.
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