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Creamy Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

Creamy Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad for Fresh Flavor Bliss

This Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad is a quick, satisfying meal featuring grilled chicken, fresh romaine, and creamy dressing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 8 oz Pasta Choose rotini, penne, or fusilli for best dressing adherence.
  • 2 cups Grilled Chicken Tender grilled or pan-seared; rotisserie is a quick alternative.
  • 4 cups Romaine Lettuce Freshly chopped to medium-sized pieces.
  • 1 cup Caesar Dressing Store-bought or homemade.
  • 1 cup Croutons Use store-bought or homemade for varied textures.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Use dairy-free cheese alternative if desired.
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Essential for seasoning.

Equipment

  • grill pan

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. While the pasta cooks, heat a grill pan over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, cook for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Slice or cube.
  3. Chop romaine lettuce and rinse under cold water. Pat dry and chop into medium-sized pieces.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together ingredients for Caesar dressing until smooth and creamy.
  5. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, sliced chicken, chopped romaine, and croutons. Toss well and drizzle with dressing.
  6. Season with salt and pepper, mix well, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Before serving, stir to redistribute dressing and sprinkle additional Parmesan cheese on top.