Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad Pizza
This unique Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad Pizza combines the richness of melted mozzarella with the crisp freshness of Caesar salad, all atop a perfectly baked pizza crust. The flavors are further enhanced by a homemade Caesar dressing, making it a delightful fusion dish that promises to be a crowd-pleaser at both dinner and casual gatherings.
6
Servings
350
Calories
20
Ingredients
Ingredients
Simple Pizza Dough
1/2 recipe (prepared as per recipe instructions)
Olive Oil
as needed (for brushing crust)
Mozzarella Cheese
8 ounces (sliced)
Grated Parmesan Cheese
1/2 cup (+)
Chicken Breast
1 (grilled and sliced thinly)
Romaine Lettuce Hearts
2 (cut into 1/2-inch pieces)
Caesar Salad Dressing
1/2 cup (homemade)
Kosher Salt
to taste (for seasoning)
Freshly Cracked Black Pepper
to taste (for seasoning)
Mayonnaise
1/3 cup
Lemon Juice
1/4 cup
Dijon Mustard
2 teaspoons
Worcestershire Sauce
1 teaspoon
Garlic Cloves
2 (minced or grated)
Anchovy Fillet
1 (rinsed and dried)
Bread Flour
4 cups (plus more for dusting)
Salt
2 teaspoons
Active Dry Yeast
1 envelope (2 1/4 teaspoons)
Sugar
2 teaspoons
Warm Water
1 3/4 cups (105 to 110 degrees F)
Instructions
1
Start by preparing the Simple Pizza Dough according to the provided recipe.
2
Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C).
3
Generously oil a baking sheet with olive oil. Stretch the pizza dough to your desired shape and thickness on the sheet.
4
Brush the top of the dough with olive oil and lay down the mozzarella slices evenly.
5
Place the pizza in the oven and bake for about 15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the mozzarella has melted.
6
While the pizza bakes, grill a chicken breast and slice it thinly once cooked.
7
Prepare the Caesar Salad Dressing by blending Parmesan, mayonnaise, lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, garlic, and anchovy fillet until emulsified and smooth.
8
In a bowl, toss the chopped romaine hearts with the Caesar dressing and season with salt and pepper.
9
Once the pizza is baked, remove it from the oven. Top the melted cheese with grated Parmesan and the sliced grilled chicken.
10
Spread the dressed romaine lettuce over the top and garnish with shaved Parmesan.
11
Slice and serve immediately for best taste and texture.
Nutrition Information
17g
Fat
33g
Carbs
20g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad Pizza?
It is a fusion dish that combines a baked pizza crust topped with melted mozzarella and a fresh Caesar salad with grilled chicken.
How many people does this recipe serve?
This recipe makes enough for 6 servings.
What is the calorie count for one serving of this pizza?
Each serving contains approximately 350 calories.
How much protein is in each serving?
Each serving provides 20 grams of protein.
What temperature should I set my oven to?
The oven should be preheated to 500°F (260°C).
How long does the pizza need to bake?
Bake the pizza for about 15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese has melted.
What ingredients are in the homemade Caesar dressing?
The dressing includes Parmesan, mayonnaise, lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, garlic, and an anchovy fillet.
What type of lettuce is used for this recipe?
Two romaine hearts cut into 1/2-inch pieces are used.
How should the chicken be prepared?
The chicken breast should be grilled and then sliced thinly.
What kind of cheese is placed on the pizza before baking?
8 ounces of sliced mozzarella cheese are placed on the dough before it goes into the oven.
Does the Caesar dressing contain anchovies?
Yes, the recipe calls for one rinsed and dried anchovy fillet to be blended into the dressing.
What is used to oil the baking sheet?
Olive oil is used to generously oil the baking sheet.
What type of flour is needed for the dough?
The dough recipe uses 4 cups of bread flour.
How much fat is in each serving?
There are 17 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 33 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
When do you add the Caesar salad to the pizza?
The dressed romaine lettuce is spread over the pizza after it has finished baking.
What is the recommended garnish?
The pizza is garnished with shaved Parmesan cheese.
What temperature should the water be for the yeast?
The water should be warm, specifically between 105 and 110 degrees F.
How much mayonnaise is used for the dressing?
The recipe requires 1/3 cup of mayonnaise.
How many garlic cloves are in the dressing recipe?
Two minced or grated garlic cloves are used.
What kind of mustard is used in the Caesar dressing?
The recipe calls for two teaspoons of Dijon mustard.
Is the mozzarella cheese grated or sliced?
The recipe specifies using sliced mozzarella cheese for the base.
What is the total ingredient count?
There are 20 ingredients listed for this recipe.
Should the pizza be served cold?
The pizza should be served immediately after topping with the fresh salad for the best taste and texture.
How much Worcestershire sauce is needed?
The recipe uses one teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce.
What type of yeast is used for the pizza dough?
One envelope (2 1/4 teaspoons) of active dry yeast is used.
How much sugar is in the dough?
The pizza dough contains two teaspoons of sugar.
What are the main tags for this recipe?
Tags include pizza, caesar salad, grilled chicken, fusion, dinner, party, italian, and fresh.
Do you season the salad separately?
Yes, the chopped romaine is tossed with dressing and seasoned with salt and pepper before being added to the pizza.
How much Parmesan cheese is needed for the dressing and topping?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan plus additional shaved Parmesan for garnish.