Easy Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
A comforting classic pasta salad that balances convenience and flavor, perfect for picnics and weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked pasta
- 1 cup cooked chicken, diced
- 1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/4 cup Caesar dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Remember, you want it slightly firm since it will continue to cook a little when mixed with the warm chicken.
- Prep the Chicken: While the pasta is cooking, prepare your chicken. Ensure it’s diced into bite-sized pieces.
- Chop the Veggies: Next, chop your romaine lettuce and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chicken, romaine lettuce, and cherry tomatoes. Gently toss until everything is evenly mixed.
- Dress the Salad: Drizzle the Caesar dressing over the pasta salad. Start with about half, then toss gently.
- Add Cheese and Season: Sprinkle the grated Parmesan over the top and season with salt and pepper to taste. Give it another gentle toss.
- Chill (Optional): For enhanced flavors, let your pasta salad chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
This salad lasts up to 2-3 days in the fridge if stored properly. Keep the dressing separate to avoid sogginess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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