Ingredients
– 6 ounces sourdough or ciabatta bread, uncut
– 1 (2-ounce) tin oil-packed anchovy fillets (not drained)
– 1/4 cup plus 2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
– 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
– 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3 pieces)
– 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
– 2 medium lemons
– 1 ounce Parmesan cheese (1/2 cup finely grated or 1/3 cup store-bought grated), plus more for serving
– 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
– 1 clove garlic
– 2 medium heads romaine lettuce (about 12 ounces each)
Instructions
1-First, preheat your oven to 400Β°F with a rack in the middle. Cut the bread into 1/2-inch slices, then into 1/2-inch pieces (about 4 cups), and place on a rimmed baking sheet. Add the anchovy oil from the tin, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, then toss well and spread evenly. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, tossing every 5 minutes, until lightly browned, and let it cool completely.
2-Next, pound the chicken breasts to 1/2-inch thickness, pat dry, and season with 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, and cook the chicken until browned and it reaches 165Β°F internal temperature, about 5 to 7 minutes per side. Let it cool, then slice into 1/2-inch thick pieces for tips on grilling chicken.
3-For the dressing, blend the juice of 2 lemons (1/4 cup), grated Parmesan cheese, 5 anchovy fillets, Dijon mustard, garlic clove, and 3/4 teaspoon black pepper until smooth. While blending, slowly add the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil until creamy and emulsified. Chop the romaine lettuce coarsely, place in a large bowl with half the croutons and about two-thirds of the dressing, and toss to coat. Finally, top with sliced chicken, remaining croutons, remaining dressing, and additional Parmesan if desired.
Last Step:
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π Use oil-packed anchovies in the dressing and for coating croutons to add flavor without fishiness.
π₯ Toss salad in stages: mix lettuce and some croutons with most dressing first, then drizzle remaining dressing on top after assembling to keep leaves crisp.
π Homemade croutons are preferred for the best texture; store-bought can be used as a substitute.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 to 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 to 30 minutes
- Category: Salad, Main Course, Appetizer
- Method: Baking, Blending, SautΓ©ing
- Cuisine: American, Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 412
- Sugar: 3.7
- Sodium: 731
- Fat: 21.5
- Saturated Fat: 3.8
- Carbohydrates: 20.5
- Fiber: 4.5
- Protein: 34.8
