Easy Cajun Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe

Spice up your weeknight routine with this vibrant Easy Cajun Chicken Caesar Salad! Inspired by a Safeway recipe from Melissa Bellemare, this recipe delivers a delicious flavor kick with Cajun-spiced chicken that perfectly complements the creamy Caesar dressing. Get ready for a satisfying and flavorful meal in under an hour!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 50 mins

Calories 515.9 kcal

Protein 68g

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Ingredients for Easy Cajun Chicken Caesar Salad

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How to Make Easy Cajun Chicken Caesar Salad

Cook bacon over medium-high heat in a large skillet until evenly brown (about 5-7 minutes).
Remove bacon from skillet; let cool slightly, then crumble and set aside.
Add olive oil to the same skillet. Add chicken strips and Cajun seasoning, stirring to coat.
Cook chicken over medium heat for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through, stirring occasionally.
Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
In a large salad bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce, Caesar salad dressing, and crumbled bacon.
Toss gently to coat.
Divide salad among individual plates.
Top each salad with sliced chicken and grated Parmesan cheese.
Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

36 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

47g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Easy Cajun Chicken Caesar Salad?

Easy Cajun Chicken Caesar Salad takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Easy Cajun Chicken Caesar Salad?

Easy Cajun Chicken Caesar Salad has approximately 515.9 calories per serving, with about 68 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 60 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Easy Cajun Chicken Caesar Salad?

The key ingredients for Easy Cajun Chicken Caesar Salad are Bacon, Skinless Chicken Breast Halves, Cajun Seasoning, Olive Oil, Romaine Lettuce, Caesar Salad Dressing. See the full list with measurements above.