Chicken Caesar Salad Skewers (Print Version)

Tender grilled chicken cubes with romaine, crisp croutons, and Caesar dressing on skewers.

# Components:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 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, approximately 1-inch cubes (store-bought or homemade)

→ Dressing

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

# Directions:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Everything is bite-sized, so no awkward plate balancing or double-dipping drama at parties.
  • You can prep the chicken ahead and assemble right before guests arrive, making hosting feel effortless.
  • It turns a classic salad into finger food without losing any of the flavors you crave.
02 -
  • Don't crowd the grill—give each skewer space or the chicken will steam instead of getting those nice grill marks.
  • If your croutons are small or soft, double them up on each skewer to avoid a sad, mushy finish.
03 -
  • Soak wooden skewers in water for 10 minutes before grilling so they don't char and fall apart.
  • Warm your dressing slightly in the microwave for 10 seconds—it drizzles more evenly and clings to the ingredients better.
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