Panera Caesar Salad with Chicken
Romaine and grilled chicken tossed with Caesar dressing, shaved Parmesan and croissant croutons.
The updated Caesar with Chicken keeps the classic formula and adds croissant croutons. A half has 340 calories and a whole has 670, with 35 g of protein in the whole.
What’s in the Caesar Salad with Chicken
The Fall 2026 catering build describes these components:
- Romaine
- Grilled chicken
- Shaved Parmesan
- Croissant croutons
- Caesar dressing
Price
Half salads and pairings cost less than a whole. Typical price: About $11–$16 for a whole salad.
Prices vary by café and are not set nationally. Figures are typical US ranges. Confirm in the Panera app for your location. Official nutrition guides do not list prices.
Nutrition facts: half vs whole
Panera Bread® Nutrition Guide, effective 9/2/2026, Edition 1 (c8-26).
| Nutrient | Half | Whole |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 340 | 670 |
| Calories from fat | 210 | 420 |
| Total fat | 23 g | 47 g |
| Saturated fat | 7 g | 13 g |
| Trans fat | 0 g | 0.5 g |
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 125 mg |
| Sodium | 1,310 mg | 2,620 mg |
| Total carbohydrates | 14 g | 27 g |
| Dietary fiber | 2 g | 4 g |
| Total sugars | 4 g | 7 g |
| Protein | 18 g | 35 g |
Most of the fat comes from the dressing; asking for it on the side lets you control the amount.
Allergens
Contains wheat, milk, egg, and fish (from the Caesar dressing). The c8-26 guide lists wheat, milk, egg and fish/shellfish.
Panera’s allergen guide notes shared equipment and bakery-café preparation, so it cannot guarantee any item is free of allergens. Confirm with your local café if you have a food allergy.
Ordering tips
- Ask for dressing on the side to adjust calories and sodium.
- A half salad works well with a cup of soup.
- Skip croutons if you want fewer carbs.
See the salads menu or compare the Green Goddess Cobb.
Caesar Salad with Chicken FAQs
Sources & disclaimer
Facts are rewritten for readers of Panera Bread Menus from Panera Bread’s publicly published materials:
- Panera Bread® Nutrition Guide (effective 9/2/2026, Edition 1 / c8-26)
- Panera Bread allergen guide (c8-26)
- Panera Fall 2026 catering menu (product build)
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