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Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad: Creamy, Crunchy, Customizable Delight

A delicious Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad that is creamy, crunchy, and fully customizable to suit any dietary preference.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 2 cups rotini or penne pasta Use any choice of pasta with grooves to hold dressing
For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces chicken breast Grilled or pan-seared; rotisserie chicken is a quick substitute
For the Salad
  • 4 cups romaine lettuce Washed and chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup croutons Store separately until serving
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Caesar dressing Store-bought or homemade
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Can substitute for dairy-free options
For Seasoning
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Colander
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and olive oil. Grill or pan-sear for 6-7 minutes per side, until cooked through.
  3. Chop the Romaine: Wash and dry romaine lettuce, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
  4. Make the Caesar Dressing: Whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic, anchovy paste, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and Parmesan in a bowl.
  5. Combine the Ingredients: In a bowl, add chopped romaine, cooled pasta, sliced chicken, croutons, and Parmesan. Toss with dressing.
  6. Chill and Serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, chill salad before serving and keep croutons separate until ready to eat.

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