INGREDIENTS
FOR THE CROUTONS AND CHICKEN
- 4 ounces Italian ciabatta bread, cut in 3/4-inch cubes (about 4 cups)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Coarse salt and ground pepper
- 4 chicken breasts (each 2 to 3 ounces and 1/2 inch thick)
- 1 Romaine lettuce heart (18 to 20 ounces)
FOR THE DRESSING
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 2 lemons)
- 1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- 2 anchovy fillets, roughly chopped (optional)
- 1 small garlic clove
DIRECTIONS
Make croutons: Preheat oven to 200 degrees C. Place bread on a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the oil, and season with salt and pepper; toss to coat. Bake, tossing occasionally, until golden, 12 to 15 minutes; remove from oven; and let cool.
Make chicken: Heat remaining tablespoon oil in a large skillet over high. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook until opaque throughout, 1 to 2 minutes per side; remove from skillet and let cool.
Prepare lettuce: Cut romaine crosswise into 1-inch ribbons; wash and dry.
Make dressing: In a blender, combine lemon juice, mayonnaise, Parmesan, anchovy fillets (if using), and garlic; blend until smooth. If preparing this recipe in advance, see storage instructions (below).
If stored in refrigerator, bring chicken and dressing to room temperature. Slice chicken crosswise into strips; toss with croutons, lettuce, and dressing.
Serve.....
©SteveBawden.
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