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Rotisserie Chicken Caesar Salad

Costco's rotisserie chicken and Caesar kit make the ultimate 10-minute dinner salad — loaded with shredded chicken, crunchy romaine, golden croutons, and real Parmesan.

Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
0 min
Servings
4
Cost / Serving
$5.99

Quick Answer

Tear Kirkland romaine into a bowl, toss with the dressing and Parmesan from a Kirkland Caesar kit, then top with shredded Costco rotisserie chicken and croutons. Ten-minute dinner salad for 4 — uses two products you probably already have.

This Caesar salad turns a Costco rotisserie chicken and a bag of romaine hearts into a restaurant-quality dinner in 10 minutes flat. The Costco Caesar kit or romaine hearts, combined with real Parmigiano-Reggiano and good Caesar dressing, creates a salad that's hearty enough to be the main course. This is the recipe that makes a Costco run into a week of easy lunches.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Wash and dry romaine thoroughly — wet lettuce dilutes the dressing. Chop into 1-inch pieces and place in a large salad bowl.

  2. 2

    Shred the rotisserie chicken, focusing on the breast and thigh meat. You want pieces with some texture, not completely shredded.

  3. 3

    Drizzle Caesar dressing over the romaine and toss to coat every leaf. Add the lemon juice and toss again.

  4. 4

    Add most of the Parmesan and croutons and toss gently.

  5. 5

    Arrange shredded chicken on top of the dressed greens.

  6. 6

    Top with remaining Parmesan, a few extra croutons, and a generous crack of black pepper. Add anchovy fillets if desired.

  7. 7

    Serve immediately — Caesar salad does not hold after dressing. For meal prep, keep components separate until ready to eat.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use the Costco Caesar salad kit instead of individual ingredients?+
Yes — the Costco Taylor Farms or similar Caesar salad kit is a great shortcut. Use it as the base, then add the shredded rotisserie chicken on top. The included dressing packets are convenient, though a higher-quality Caesar dressing makes a noticeable difference.
How do I keep Caesar salad from getting soggy?+
Dress Caesar salad right before serving. Never toss it more than 10–15 minutes ahead. For meal prep, store the dressing, croutons, and greens in separate containers and combine at the last minute. Thoroughly dry the romaine before dressing.
Is Costco rotisserie chicken good for Caesar salad?+
It's ideal. The mild, well-seasoned chicken complements rather than overpowers the bold Caesar dressing. Use the breast meat for clean, lean pieces or mix in some thigh meat for richer flavor. One Costco bird makes enough for 4–6 large salads.
What's the best Caesar dressing to buy at Costco?+
Costco carries several Caesar dressings — the Kirkland Signature creamy Caesar is a solid choice. Ken's Steakhouse Caesar is widely available if Kirkland is out of stock. For the best result, use a dressing that lists anchovies or anchovy paste in the ingredients.
Can I add other toppings to a rotisserie chicken Caesar salad?+
Absolutely. Halved cherry tomatoes, sliced avocado, hard-boiled egg, or bacon all work well. Capers add a briny punch that enhances the anchovy notes in the dressing. Keep additions simple so the Caesar flavor stays prominent.

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