Description
Indulge in the ultimate fusion of a classic Caesar salad and a delicious pizza with this High Protein Chicken Caesar Salad Pizza. A protein-packed flatbread or crust topped with succulent chicken, gooey cheeses, and a refreshing Caesar salad mix, this recipe is a perfect balance of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pizza:
- 1 high-protein flatbread or pizza crust
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded or sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
For the Caesar Salad Topping:
- 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons Caesar dressing (light or Greek yogurt-based)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- Optional lemon wedge for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare the Pizza: Place the flatbread or crust on a baking sheet or pizza stone. Top with mozzarella, chicken, and Parmesan. Bake for 8–10 minutes until crispy and cheese is melted.
- Make the Salad: In a bowl, toss romaine, cherry tomatoes, Caesar dressing, olive oil, pepper, and salt.
- Assemble: Remove the pizza, cool for 2–3 minutes, top with the Caesar salad, slice, and serve. Garnish with a squeeze of lemon.
Notes
- To boost protein, use protein-enriched crust and add grilled chicken thighs or boiled egg slices.
- Best served fresh for a crisp salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 pizza
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
