Description
Crisp romaine tossed with warm roasted butternut squash, juicy grilled chicken, crunchy croutons, pumpkin seeds, and creamy caesar dressing. This hearty seasonal salad balances freshness and comfort in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup caesar dressing
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese, freshly shaved
- 1 cup croutons
- 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds, toasted
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Toss cubed butternut squash with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Spread squash on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Season chicken breast with remaining olive oil and garlic powder.
- Roast squash for 25 minutes until tender and caramelized. Meanwhile, cook chicken in a skillet over medium heat for 6 to 7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let rest, then slice.
- In a large bowl, combine romaine, roasted squash, sliced chicken, croutons, pumpkin seeds, and parmesan. Drizzle with caesar dressing and lemon juice.
- Toss gently and serve immediately.
Notes
- Roast squash until edges are golden for deeper flavor.
- Let chicken rest before slicing to keep it juicy.
- Add dressing just before serving to maintain crisp lettuce.
- Store components separately for meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: harvest caesar salad, fall chicken salad, roasted squash salad, healthy caesar bowl, seasonal salad recipe
