Ingredients
– 8 ounces rotini or penne pasta
– 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
– 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
– ½ cup Caesar dressing (store-bought or homemade)
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– ¼ teaspoon salt
– Optional: croutons for garnish
Instructions
Creating Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad is a simple process if you follow these steps:
1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
2. Prepare the Chicken: If not using pre-cooked chicken, grill or bake chicken breasts until fully cooked. Let them cool, then dice into bite-sized pieces.
3. Chop the Vegetables: While the pasta cooks, chop the romaine lettuce and halve the cherry tomatoes.
4. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, diced chicken, chopped romaine, and cherry tomatoes.
5. Add Dressing: Pour the Caesar dressing over the mixture. Add salt and pepper to taste, then toss gently to combine.
6. Add Cheese: Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the salad and toss again to distribute evenly.
7. Chill (Optional): For best flavor, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
8. Serve: If desired, top with croutons just before serving for extra crunch.
These steps will guide you in creating a delicious Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 30g