Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad, a meal-in-a-bowl that’s both satisfying and quick to prepare. In just 20 minutes, you can create this refreshing dish featuring tender pasta, crisp Romaine lettuce, and seasoned chicken, all brought together by a rich homemade Caesar dressing. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or picnics, this versatile salad is sure to impress with its vibrant flavors and nutritious ingredients. Customize it with your favorite toppings like croutons or extra cheese for added texture. Enjoy a delicious twist on the classic Caesar salad that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz uncooked pasta (rotini or penne)
- 2 hearts of Romaine lettuce
- Shredded rotisserie chicken
- Homemade Caesar dressing (Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise, garlic, anchovy paste, Parmesan cheese)
- Optional toppings: croutons and extra Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients until smooth.
- Chop Romaine into bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, chopped lettuce, and shredded chicken.
- Pour dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Top with croutons and additional Parmesan if desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg