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Chicken Caesar Salad with Fries (high protein)

Chicken Caesar Salad with Fries (high protein)

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A high-protein, satisfying meal featuring crispy baked chicken, seasoned potato wedges, and a creamy, lightened Caesar salad dressing.

  • Total Time: 35 min
  • Yield: 1 1x

Ingredients

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125 g chicken breast (cut & pounded thin)
1 tbsp Greek yogurt (20-25g)
1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
1/4 tsp minced garlic
Dash of paprika, mixed herbs, salt, pepper
1315 g panko breadcrumbs
5 g Parmesan, grated
Dash of garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper
225250 g white potato, peeled and chopped into fries
1/2 tsp olive oil
Seasonings to taste (e.g., peri peri salt, paprika, garlic powder)
10 g light mayonnaise
25 g Greek yogurt
1/4 tsp minced garlic
1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
Dash of miso paste
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1/4 tsp Worcestershire sauce
Juice of 1/41/2 lemon
35 g Parmesan, grated
Salt & pepper to taste
1/21 head cos, romaine, or iceberg lettuce
1 tsp honey (for optional hot honey)
2 tsp hot sauce (for optional hot honey)
Dash of chili flakes (for optional hot honey)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet.
  2. Pound chicken to 1/2-inch thickness. Mix yogurt, mustard, garlic, and spices. Coat chicken in mixture.
  3. Combine panko, Parmesan, and spices. Press coated chicken into breadcrumb mix. Place on baking sheet.
  4. Toss dry potato fries with olive oil and seasonings. Spread on other side of baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 20-25 mins, flipping fries halfway, until chicken is cooked and fries are golden.
  6. For dressing: whisk mayo, yogurt, garlic, mustard, miso paste, vinegar, Worcestershire, lemon juice, and Parmesan until smooth. Season.
  7. Chop lettuce. Slice cooked chicken. Assemble salad with lettuce, fries, chicken, and dressing.
  8. For hot honey: warm honey and whisk in hot sauce and chili flakes. Drizzle over salad (optional).

Notes

  • Pat chicken and potatoes dry before coating/baking for maximum crispiness.
  • The miso paste replaces traditional anchovy paste for umami depth.
  • Store components separately. Reheat chicken/fries in an oven or air fryer to maintain texture.
  • Author: Oliver Hayes
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 25 min
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 509 kcal