Description
Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad blends tender grilled chicken, al dente pasta, crisp romaine lettuce, and a rich Caesar dressing for a creamy, satisfying meal. This easy, crowd‑pleasing recipe features Parmesan cheese, crunchy croutons, and a hint of pepper for balanced flavor. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for quick lunches, potlucks, or family dinners, delivering restaurant‑style taste at home. Serve chilled, top with extra Parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil for a richer finish more zest.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta
- 1 cup cooked chicken, diced
- 1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
- 1/4 cup croutons
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta until al dente, drain and cool.
- Grill or pan‑sear chicken, season with salt and pepper, then dice.
- In a large bowl combine pasta, chicken, and lettuce.
- Add Caesar dressing and toss to coat.
- Sprinkle Parmesan, season with salt and pepper, and toss gently.
- Fold in croutons just before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, toast the croutons with a drizzle of olive oil. The salad can be made ahead
- keep dressing separate until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad, easy chicken pasta salad, Caesar pasta recipe, quick chicken salad, creamy pasta salad, weeknight chicken dishes, healthy chicken pasta, potluck pasta salad, chicken Caesar dressing