Hearty salad with diced chicken, smoky bacon, fresh greens, cheese, and creamy Caesar-style dressing.
# Components:
→ Chicken & Bacon
01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
02 - 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
→ Greens & Vegetables
03 - 6 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
04 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
05 - 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
→ Cheeses & Bread
06 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
07 - 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
08 - 1 cup croutons
→ Creamy Caesar-Style Dressing
09 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
10 - 1/4 cup sour cream
11 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
12 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
13 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
14 - 1 garlic clove, minced
15 - 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
16 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Directions:
01 - In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until smooth. Set aside or refrigerate.
02 - In a large bowl, toss chopped romaine lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion.
03 - Incorporate the diced chicken, crumbled bacon, shredded mozzarella, and grated Parmesan into the vegetable mixture.
04 - Drizzle the prepared creamy Caesar-style dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure even coating.
05 - Top the salad with croutons immediately before serving to maintain their crispness. Optionally garnish with additional Parmesan cheese.
