Description
A vibrant and filling Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad in 30 Minutes | Easy Recipe perfect for lunches or dinners.
Ingredients
1 lb rotini or fusilli pasta
2 large chicken breasts, grilled and cubed
2 hearts of romaine lettuce, chopped
1 cup creamy Caesar dressing
1/2 cup shaved parmesan cheese
1 cup garlic and herb croutons
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water.
Step 2: Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear in a skillet with olive oil until cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
Step 3: Chop the cooked chicken into small cubes and the romaine into bite-sized pieces.
Step 4: In a large bowl, combine the pasta, chicken, and romaine lettuce.
Step 5: Add the Caesar dressing and parmesan cheese, tossing until everything is thoroughly coated.
Step 6: Top with croutons just before serving to maintain crunch.
Notes
Rinse pasta in cold water immediately after boiling to prevent sticking and ensure a cool salad base.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American-Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
