Description
A delightful Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad that combines the flavors of a classic Caesar salad with the heartiness of pasta, making it a perfect main course or side dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 12 ounces rotini or penne pasta
Chicken:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast (chopped or shredded)
Veggies:
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
Cheese & Dressing:
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing (store-bought or homemade)
Seasonings & Extras:
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup croutons
- Lemon wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil pasta until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
- Prepare the Salad: In a bowl, mix pasta, chicken, tomatoes, lettuce, and Parmesan. Season with garlic powder, black pepper, and Caesar dressing.
- Add Crunch: Toss in croutons just before serving for extra texture.
- Serve: Enjoy chilled or at room temperature, with optional lemon wedges.
Notes
- Grilled or rotisserie chicken can elevate the dish.
- Customize with bacon, avocado, or red onion.
- For best texture, add croutons right before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 590 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
