If you’re looking for a fun way to mix up your boring salads, try these quick and easy Chicken Caesar Flatbread! It’s a tasty and versatile dish that’s perfect for lunch, dinner or even entertaining! This recipe takes the classic Caesar salad and elevates it by turning salad into flatbread. We’re talking toasted flatbread topped with grilled chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, creamy Caesar dressing and all your favorite toppings.
Whether you’re looking for a satisfying weeknight meal or a quick lunch, this recipe has you covered! This dish is the perfect twist on a classic! Plus, it’s easily made gluten free and dairy free. If you love this fun salad twist, you’ll also love this mason jar taco salad, buffalo chicken pasta salad and tuna caesar salad!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
It’s easy to make!
This recipe is a fun twist on the classic caesar salad!
It’s easily made gluten free and dairy free.
This dish is packed with flavor!
This recipe makes a great appetizer, lunch or dinner.
This flatbread is perfect for entertaining.
It is also kid-friendly!
Equipment Needed
All you need to make this recipe is a baking sheet!
Ingredients Needed
Flatbread: I used homemade gluten free flatbread because I am gluten free. You can use any type of flatbread you love! You can also use a tortilla.
Caesar Dressing: I used homemade dairy free caesar dressing because I am dairy free. You can also use a store bought version. My go to dressing recipe is this recipe from Karli (@thewellnutt)!
Chicken Breast: Cooked chicken breast adds protein to this recipe!
Lettuce: Romaine is a quintessential ingredient in Caesar salad, adding the signature crispness and freshness to the flatbread.
Chickpeas: Crispy chickpeas are used instead of croutons in this recipe!
Step By Step Instructions
Step 1: Gather your ingredients.
Step 2: Toast flatbread until it is slightly crispy.
Step 3: Pour dressing on top and spread it evenly.
Step 4: Add lettuce, chicken, crispy chickpeas and extra dressing on top. Enjoy!
Storage
I would recommend making this chicken caesar flatbread right before you are about to eat it. You can also pack it and bring it for lunch.
Variations
Flatbread: I used gluten free flatbread to make this recipe gluten free. You can use any kind of flatbread you love! You can also use tortillas.
Lettuce: I used romaine lettuce for this recipe but you can also use butter lettuce, Bibb lettuce, iceberg or spring mix.
Vegetables: If you want to add additional vegetables to this recipe, try out tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions and artichokes.
Dressing: I used homemade caesar dressing, but you can also use storebought dressing. You can also use ranch dressing.
Croutons: I used crispy chickpeas in this recipe, but feel free to use regular croutons.
Protein: I used chicken in this recipe, but feel free try out salmon, shrimp or hard-boiled eggs.
How to Serve
Here are some ideas on how to serve your delicious chicken caesar flatbread:
Presentation:
Individual Plates: Serve each flatbread on its own plate for a more elegant presentation.
Cutting Board: Arrange the flatbreads on a large cutting board for a casual and rustic look.
Family Style: Place a large platter of flatbreads on the table and let everyone assemble their own.
Side Dishes:
Simple Salad: A small side salad of mixed greens with a light vinaigrette complements the richness of the flatbreads.
Soup: A bowl of soup, such as minestrone or tomato soup, makes a hearty and satisfying pairing.
Roasted Vegetables: Roasted vegetables add color and nutrition!
Recipe FAQ
Can I make these flatbreads in advance?
These flatbreads taste the best when they are made fresh!
Can I use chicken thighs?
Yes, feel free to use chicken thighs for this recipe!
What other protein could I use?
Try using shrimp, salmon or hard-boiled eggs!
What veggies would be good on this flatbread?
Try adding tomatoes, cucumber, red onions or artichokes to this recipe!
Is this gluten free?
This recipe is gluten free if you use gluten free flatbread and dressing!
Is this recipe dairy free?
This recipe is dairy free if you use dairy free dressing and flatbread.
How did you make your own gluten free flatbread?
I modified this recipe from my friend Dani. I used 3/4 cup coconut flour, 3/4 cup arrowroot powder, 1 can of coconut milk, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp red pepper flakes and a dash of salt to make the batter. Then you just cook them in a pan over medium heat a few minutes per side!
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Chicken Caesar Flatbread
Equipment
- 1 baking sheet
Ingredients
- 2 flatbreads
- 2/3 cup caesar dressing
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 cups chopped romaine
- 1 cup crispy chickpeas
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Toast flatbread until it is slightly crispy.
- Pour dressing on top and spread it evenly.
- Add lettuce, chicken, crispy chickpeas and extra dressing on top. Enjoy!
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