Description
A quick and satisfying chicken Caesar pasta salad that combines classic flavors with a comforting texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: croutons for topping
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chicken, lettuce, and cherry tomatoes.
- Pour in the Caesar dressing and mix until well coated.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, topped with croutons if desired.
Notes
For a refreshing touch, consider slicing fresh lemons to squeeze over the salad before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: pasta salad, creamy dressing, chicken salad, Caesar salad