Description
A vibrant Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad with crispy greens, tender chicken, and creamy Caesar dressing, perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta (e.g., rotini or penne)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced or shredded
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Croutons for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Combine the cooked pasta, diced chicken, and romaine lettuce in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the halved cherry tomatoes and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Drizzle the Caesar dressing over the salad, tossing until well coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, topping with croutons if desired.
Notes
Customize with additional ingredients like olives or avocado, and store dressing separately for freshness if making ahead.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg