Cranberry Chicken Romaine Salad

Any Brand

Ingredients (2 servings)

• 4–5 cups chopped romaine lettuce from a "Caesar Salad kit"

• 1½–2 cups cooked chicken, chopped or sliced...

  Leftover chicken works great (roasted, baked, or fried).

• ⅓ cup dried cranberries

• 1–2 tbsp flax seeds (opt)

• 1-2 tbsp sunflower seeds (opt)

• 1-2 tbsp pumpkin seeds (opt)

• ¼ cup shaved or grated Parmesan from the kit

• Salt & black pepper, to taste

Creamy Dressing

• 1 tsp olive oil

• 1 tsp dressing from the kit  

  (Save leftover dressing for later.)

• Salt & pepper to taste

Optional Seasoning

• Celery seeds

• Onion powder

• Garlic powder

  
  

Note: Different seeds and seasonings alter the taste. Switch them occasionally for variety!

Instructions

1. Prep the base:

   Add chopped romaine to a large bowl. Drizzle the dressing. (Just enough to slightly coat the lettuce. ) Gently mix the lettuce and dressing.

2. Add the texture:

   Sprinkle in your seasonings, dried cranberries, seeds, and cheese.

3. Scatter the chicken evenly over the top.

4. Toss & serve: Toss gently until everything is lightly coated.

5. ENJOY your Cranberry Chicken Romaine Salad!

   
   

Optional upgrades (if you’re feeling fancy)

• Add croutons or toasted sourdough chunks

• Swap chicken for turkey

• Toss in sliced pear or apple for extra crunch

• Finish with a drizzle of honey for sweet-savory vibes