Chicken Caesar On A Crouton

Directions

Oven Temperature: 350°F

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*Bake french bread until golden brown and cooked, if not already

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*Remove from oven and set aside to cool

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*Chop lettuce, mince or crush 3 garlic cloves, peel and leave whole the other 2 cloves

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*Cut chicken into even strips, season with spices

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*Add oil to pan on medium-high heat, turning once until cooked through; set aside to rest a few minutes (the chicken - not the cook)

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*Cut cooked bread loaf into thin slices; lay each slice on baking pan and return to oven; cook another 5 minutes; flip and cook additional 5 minutes (time will depend on thickness of slices)

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*Once toasted, remove from oven, brush with melted butter, and spread butter by rubbing with garlic cloves (will add subtle flavor without the chunks)

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*Toss the chopped lettuce with the dressing and cheese; mound a small handful of salad on each crouton

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*Slice chicken diagonally and set atop each lettuce mountain

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Recipe Tips:

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*You can also use your own bread recipe or from a bread machine, in any flavor of choice

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*Instead of making a giant crouton, make bite-sized ones for great appetizer - also easier to eat smaller

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*Leave out the chicken for a vegetarian option

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