Description
Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad is a delightful twist on the classic Caesar salad, transforming it into a hearty meal that’s perfect for any occasion. This dish features tender grilled chicken, al dente rotini pasta, and crisp romaine lettuce, all tossed in a rich and creamy Caesar dressing. Topped with freshly grated Parmesan and crunchy croutons, this salad not only satisfies your hunger but also tantalizes your taste buds with its harmonious blend of flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 2–3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- ½ cup Caesar dressing
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup croutons
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta in boiling salted water until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, grill or sauté until cooked through (about 6-7 minutes per side), then allow to cool before slicing.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, chopped romaine, sliced chicken, and croutons. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently.
- Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg