Description
A flavorful and satisfying Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad that combines the classic Caesar salad with pasta and chicken, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (penne or rotini)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes, then drain and cool.
- Prepare the salad base by combining the cooled pasta with diced chicken in a large mixing bowl.
- Combine fresh ingredients: add romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese.
- Dress the salad with Caesar dressing, tossing gently to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
Notes
Serve as a meal or side dish with options for customizations like extra vegetables or proteins. Consider adding the dressing just before serving if storing leftovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: pasta salad, chicken salad, Caesar salad, quick meals, summer recipes, easy dinners