Description
This Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad is a refreshing and hearty twist on a classic Caesar, combining pasta, tender chicken, crisp lettuce, and creamy dressing for an easy and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Essential:
- 2 cups cooked pasta (penne, rotini, or bowtie)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, chopped or shredded
- 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
- ½ cup Caesar dressing (homemade or store-bought)
- ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup croutons
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Add-ins:
- Cherry tomatoes, halved
- Diced avocado
- Bacon crumbles
- Red onion slices
- Squeeze of lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Grill or bake seasoned chicken breasts, or use rotisserie chicken. Let it cool and cut into bite-sized chunks.
- Cook the Pasta: Cook pasta until al dente according to the package instructions. Rinse under cold water to cool it quickly.
- Combine & Toss: In a large bowl, add pasta, chicken, romaine lettuce, and Parmesan cheese. Pour in Caesar dressing and mix until well coated.
- Final Touch: Add croutons just before serving for crunch. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Notes
This salad is perfect for meal prep or potlucks. Add your favorite extras like avocado or bacon to make it your own. Best served cold.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American