Description
Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad combines the bold flavors of Caesar salad with hearty pasta for a refreshing and satisfying meal. Featuring grilled chicken, romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, Parmesan, and croutons tossed in creamy Caesar dressing, it’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked rotini or penne pasta
- 2 cups cooked and chopped chicken breast (grilled or rotisserie)
- 1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup croutons
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 teaspoon lemon juice or zest
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, then drain and let it cool.
- Chop the romaine lettuce and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chopped chicken, lettuce, and tomatoes.
- Pour in the Caesar dressing and toss until evenly coated.
- Add the Parmesan cheese and mix again.
- Top with croutons, season with salt and pepper, and add lemon juice or zest if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use leftover or rotisserie chicken to save time.
- Store dressing and croutons separately if making ahead.
- Try grilled shrimp or roasted chickpeas as a variation.
- Swap in kale or other leafy greens for a different twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
