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Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

Creamy Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad: Quick & Delicious Twist

This Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad combines tender chicken, crisp romaine, and creamy dressing, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 head Romaine Lettuce chopped
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken shredded or diced
  • 2 cups Pasta any shape
  • 1/2 cup Caesar Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
  • 1 cup Croutons
Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 cup Bacon Bits or crispy chickpeas

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • large mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add your favorite pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and cool.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with the cooked chicken, mixing gently.
  3. Chop the romaine lettuce and add it to the bowl with the chicken and pasta. Stir gently.
  4. Pour in the Caesar dressing and mix thoroughly until all ingredients are coated.
  5. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese and croutons on top, and mix gently again.
  6. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

To keep the salad fresh, add the dressing just before serving. Customize with your favorite toppings as desired.

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