Chicken Caesar Salad Dip

All the flavors of your favorite salad in a deliciously creamy dip! This Chicken Caesar Salad Dip is packed with fresh ingredients and especially delicious with homemade crostini!

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Prep Time: 15

Servings:

Calories: 251kcal

Author: Cathy Trochelman

Equipment

1 hand mixer
1 microplane grater

Ingredients

8 ounces cream cheese softened to room temperatpure
1 cup caesar dressing I used homemade
12.5 ounces chicken breast canned, drained. OR 3/4 - 1 cup shredded chicken breast.
2 cups romaine lettuce chopped
4 ounces Parmesan cheese finely shredded
2 Tablespoons panko breadcrumbs toasted
1 teaspoon black pepper fresh

Instructions

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and caesar dressing and blend, using a hand mixer, until smooth. Add the chicken breast and blend with the mixer OR shred the chicken and stir it in by hand.
Spread the base into a shallow dish. Top with chopped romaine and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Garnish with toasted breadcrumbs and fresh cracked pepper to taste.

Notes

Recipe Variations

Use store bought caesar dressing as a time saver
Substitute shredded chicken breast or rotisserie chicken
Use any type of lettuce in place of romaine
Add croutons or crouton pieces in place of breadcrumbs
Add chopped tomatoes, bell peppers, or cucumbers
Add capers for an extra flavor kick
Add chopped sun dried tomatoes
Top with Parmesan Crisps or use them as a dipper
Use as a dip for crostini, crackers, pretzels, or any of your favorite veggies

Storage Tips

Leftover dip can be stored, covered in the refrigerator. It will retain freshness for 2-3 days before the romaine starts to wilt. For longer store or make-ahead instructions, store the base and the toppings separately.

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