1 large head romaine lettuce leaves, torn into bite size pieces
1 lb skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
3 slices bread, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp garlic salt
1 tsp garlic powder
1 (8 oz) bottle bottled Caesar salad dressing
salt & black pepper to taste
1 tsp dried parsley
1/2 lb bacon
freshly grated Parmesan cheese to taste
Directions
Step #1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Step #2 Place chicken in a saucepan with garlic powder, thyme, & rosemary; add water to cover.
Step #3 Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat medium-low, cover, & let simmer until chicken is tender & no longer pink in the center, about 15 mins.
Step #4 Remove chicken, let cool, & cut into strips.
Step #5 Meanwhile, place bread cubes on a baking sheet.
Step #6 Spray with butter spray; sprinkle with garlic salt & parsley.
Step #7 Bake bread cubes in preheated oven for 5 mins.
Step #8 Turn cubes; spray again with butter spray & sprinkle with garlic salt & parsley.
Step #9 Bake another 5 to 10 mins until golden brown & crunchy.
Step #10 Remove croutons, & let cool.
Step #11 Place bacon in a large, deep skillet.
Step #12 Cook over medium high heat until evenly browned & crispy.
Step #13 Remove bacon from skillet, drain on paper towels & crumble.
Step #14 Combine chicken, lettuce, bacon, & croutons in a large bowl.
Step #15 Toss with Caesar salad dressing & Parmesan cheese.
Step #16 Spice up to taste with salt & pepper & toss again.
Step #17 Spoon salad mixture into pita bread halves.