Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
A refreshing and hearty Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad combining classic Caesar flavors with noodles, perfect for quick dinners and potlucks.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound Pasta (penne, rotini, or fusilli)
2 cups Cooked Chicken Breast (shredded or diced)
1 large head Romaine Lettuce (washed, dried, and chopped)
1 cup Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated, plus more for garnish)
1 cup Croutons (crispy Caesar croutons are best)
1 – 1.5 cups Caesar Dressing (your favorite store-bought or homemade)
1 pint Cherry Tomatoes (halved, optional)
1/4 cup Red Onion (thinly sliced or finely diced, optional)
Black Pepper (to taste, freshly cracked)
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool
- Step 2: Prepare the Chicken: Shred or dice the cooked chicken. Optionally, season and cook fresh chicken breasts
- Step 3: Chop the Lettuce: Wash and dry the romaine lettuce, then chop it into bite-sized pieces
- Step 4: Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the cooled pasta, shredded chicken, chopped lettuce, and optional cherry tomatoes or red onio
- Step 5: Dress the Salad: Pour half to two-thirds of the Caesar dressing over the salad and toss gently
- Step 6: Add Cheese and Croutons: Sprinkle in most of the grated Parmesan and croutons, tossing lightly
- Step 7: Taste and Adjust: Adjust seasoning and add more dressing if needed
- Step 8: Serve or Chill: Serve immediately or chill for at least 30 minutes before serving
Notes
Chill the salad for better flavor integration before serving.
Find it online: https://onthatplate.com/chicken-caesar-pasta-salad/