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Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

Delicious Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad for Easy Weeknight Meals

This Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad is a creamy, savory dish that's perfect for meal prep or impressing guests, offering a satisfying and light meal option.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Rotini or Penne These shapes trap the creamy dressing beautifully.
For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breast Grilled or pan-seared.
For the Salad Base
  • 1 head Romaine Lettuce Chop into bite-sized pieces.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Caesar Dressing Store-bought or homemade.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Croutons Keep separate until serving.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Can be substituted with dairy-free cheese.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Pot
  • Grill or Skillet
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add rotini or penne and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Season chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill or pan-sear for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Let rest, then slice or cube.
  3. Wash and dry the romaine lettuce. Chop into bite-sized pieces.
  4. Combine Caesar dressing ingredients in a bowl, whisk until creamy.
  5. In a large bowl, mix cooled pasta, chicken, romaine lettuce, and croutons. Drizzle dressing, toss until combined.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Before serving, give a gentle toss and garnish with extra parmesan, black pepper, and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a kick, add more lemon juice or garlic powder to the dressing. Feel free to incorporate additional veggies like cherry tomatoes or cucumbers.

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