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Cajun Chicken Caesar Salad

A zesty Cajun twist on classic Caesar salad with marinated, pan-seared chicken and homemade creamy dressing.
Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large chicken breasts cut in half lengthwise to make 4 cutlets
  • 1/2 cup Tony Chachere's 30-Minute Chicken Marinade
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for frying
  • 1 head romaine lettuce about 7 ounces if using pre-cut lettuce; torn into bite-size pieces
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese or to taste
  • 1 handful croutons to taste
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon sour cream
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon Tony Chachere's Original Creole Seasoning
  • 1 clove garlic minced

Equipment

  • large zip-top bag
  • Medium bowl
  • Large Salad Bowl
  • Grater
  • Large Skillet
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Slice each large chicken breast in half lengthwise to make 4 thin cutlets.
  2. Place the cutlets in a large zip-top bag and add 1/2 cup Tony Chachere's 30-Minute Chicken Marinade; turn the bag to coat the chicken evenly and marinate for 30 minutes.
  3. While the chicken marinates, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, 1/4 teaspoon Tony Chachere's seasoning, and minced garlic in a medium bowl; whisk until smooth and adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. Tear the romaine into bite-size pieces and place in a large salad bowl; grate the Parmesan and measure the croutons.
  5. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from the bag, discard marinade, and add the cutlets to the hot pan in a single layer.
  6. Cook the chicken about 5 minutes per side, until nicely seared and cooked through; transfer to a plate and let rest a few minutes, then slice into strips.
  7. Drizzle the dressing over the romaine gradually to taste, toss to coat, sprinkle with grated Parmesan and croutons, then top with the sliced Cajun chicken and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Serves 4–6 depending on portion size and accompaniments.
  • Tony Chachere’s products contain salt; do not add extra salt unless desired.