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Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

Ultimate Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad for Quick Comfort Meals

This Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad combines fresh ingredients for a quick and delightful meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Rotini Pasta or penne or gluten-free pasta
For the Protein
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Breast or chickpeas for vegetarian option
For the Greens
  • 4 cups Romaine Lettuce or spinach or arugula
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Caesar Dressing homemade or store-bought
For Flavor Enhancements
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 1 cup Croutons add right before serving
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes optional, halved
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley or Basil optional, chopped

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta in boiling water according to package instructions, about 8 to 10 minutes, then drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. Prepare the remaining ingredients: dice chicken, chop romaine, and halve cherry tomatoes.
  3. Combine cooled pasta, chicken, romaine, and optional tomatoes in a large mixing bowl.
  4. Pour Caesar dressing over the mix and toss gently to coat.
  5. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper, then fold gently.
  6. Add croutons just before serving and garnish with parsley or basil if desired.
  7. Chill in the fridge for up to 2 hours if preferred for better flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, keep the dressing separate until serving to maintain freshness.

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