Description
Indulge in a delightful Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad that brings together fresh ingredients and bold flavors, making it the perfect dish for any occasion. This refreshing salad combines tender chicken, crunchy romaine lettuce, and creamy dressing with rotini pasta for a satisfying meal that is easy to prepare. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue, enjoying a picnic, or looking for a quick weekday dinner, this dish promises to impress with its rich textures and vibrant taste. Plus, it’s meal prep-friendly, so you can enjoy it throughout the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 stalks romaine lettuce
- 1 cup cooked chicken (shredded or cubed)
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup uncooked rotini pasta
- 1 cup croutons
- 1 cup Caesar dressing
- Black pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil water in a large pot, add rotini, and cook until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- Prepare the lettuce: Chop romaine into bite-size pieces.
- Combine ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine lettuce, cooled pasta, chicken, Parmesan cheese, croutons, and Caesar dressing. Add black pepper if desired.
- Toss and serve: Gently mix until well coated and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg