Delicious Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad Recipe for Easy Meals

Transform leftover ingredients into a quick Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad, perfect for lunch or dinner in just 20 minutes.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 10

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pasta

8 ounces rotini or penne pasta

For the Chicken

2 cups diced cooked chicken rotisserie chicken is great

For the Greens

4 cups chopped romaine lettuce can substitute with spinach or arugula

For the Dressing

½ cup Caesar dressing store-bought or homemade

For the Topping

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese for melting into every bite
to taste croutons sprinkle on just before serving
optional cherry tomatoes for added color and sweetness

Equipment

large pot
mixing bowl
colander
Tongs

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Boil a large pot of salted water. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
In a mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta, diced chicken, and chopped romaine. If using cherry tomatoes, add them now and toss gently.
Drizzle Caesar dressing over the mixed ingredients and toss gently to coat.
Incorporate grated Parmesan cheese, seasoning with salt and pepper. Toss to distribute the cheese evenly.
Before serving, sprinkle croutons on top for crunch and garnish with parsley or basil if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Store dressing separately from salad for freshness. This salad is great for meal prep and can be customized with various ingredients.

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