Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
A refreshing twist on the classic Caesar salad, this Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad combines tender pasta, juicy chicken, crunchy romaine, and creamy dressing, making it perfect for picnics or cozy dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free Optional, Meat
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta (e.g., fusilli or penne)
- 1 cup cooked, chopped chicken breast
- 1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/4 cup Caesar dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Croutons for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Combine your ingredients in a large bowl, mixing the cooked pasta, chopped chicken, romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese.
- Dress it up by drizzling with Caesar dressing and tossing to coat evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste for optimal flavor.
- Serve topped with croutons if desired for added crunch.
Notes
Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and keep croutons separate to maintain crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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