Description

Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad is a delightful fusion of flavors that brings the classic Caesar salad into a hearty pasta dish. Featuring tender rotini pasta, juicy chicken, and crisp romaine lettuce, this salad is enveloped in a creamy Caesar dressing that tantalizes the taste buds. Ideal for summer gatherings, casual dinners, or potlucks, this recipe offers a simple yet satisfying way to create treasured memories around the table.

Ingredients

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8 oz rotini pasta
3 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
4 cups romaine lettuce (chopped)
1 cup Caesar dressing
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup croutons
½ tsp freshly cracked pepper

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Instructions

Cook the pasta: Boil salted water and cook rotini until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
Prepare the chicken: Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook in a skillet over medium heat for 6-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Let cool, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cooked pasta, chopped chicken, romaine lettuce, croutons, and Parmesan cheese. Drizzle with Caesar dressing and toss gently to coat.
Serve: Sprinkle with freshly cracked pepper before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Boiling
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 450
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 41g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 27g
Cholesterol: 80mg