Creamy Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
A satisfying and quick meal combining grilled chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, and pasta in a rich Caesar dressing, perfect for busy weeknights or light lunches.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Unspecified
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz Pasta (rotini, penne, or fusilli)
- 2 cups Grilled Chicken (tender grilled or pan-seared)
- 4 cups Romaine Lettuce (chopped)
- 1 cup Caesar Dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup Croutons
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (or dairy-free alternative)
- to taste Salt & Pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.
- Grill or pan-sear the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Allow it to rest before slicing into bite-sized pieces.
- Combine the cooked pasta, grilled chicken, and chopped romaine lettuce in a large bowl.
- Pour Caesar dressing over the mixture and toss well to coat all ingredients thoroughly.
- Add in croutons and parmesan cheese, then gently mix again.
Notes
Customize with additional vegetables or protein as desired. Use homemade croutons for extra crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Find it online: https://www.simplefamilydishes.com/caesar-chicken-pasta-bliss/