Name: Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 cups cooked pasta (rotini or penne work well); 2 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped or shredded; 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped; 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup Caesar dressing; 1/2 cup croutons; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; Optional: bacon bits or red onion slices for extra flavor

Description

Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad is a delicious blend of classic Caesar salad flavors and hearty pasta, making it an ideal choice for any meal. In just under 30 minutes, you can create a satisfying dish featuring tender chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, and a creamy dressing that ties all the ingredients together. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or quick weeknight dinners, this versatile salad allows you to customize it with your favorite veggies or toppings. Treat your family and friends to this refreshing yet filling meal that beautifully balances flavor and freshness.

Ingredients

Scale

3 cups cooked pasta (rotini or penne work well)
2 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped or shredded
2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup Caesar dressing
1/2 cup croutons
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional: bacon bits or red onion slices for extra flavor

Instructions

Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Sauté in olive oil over medium heat for 6 minutes on each side until cooked through. Let cool before slicing.
Whisk together Caesar dressing and lemon juice in a small bowl.
In a large bowl, combine pasta, sliced chicken, chopped romaine, Parmesan cheese, and dressing mixture. Toss gently to combine.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, marinate the chicken in Caesar dressing before cooking.

Customize by adding cherry tomatoes or bell peppers for extra crunch.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: - For added flavor, marinate the chicken in Caesar dressing before cooking.- Customize the salad by adding cherry tomatoes or bell peppers for extra crunch.