Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
A delightful and easy-to-make Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad that combines tender grilled chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, and flavorful Caesar dressing for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 oz Pasta (rotini or penne) Use a sturdy pasta that captures the dressing.
- 2-3 pieces Grilled chicken breast, sliced Grilled for ideal texture and flavor.
- 1 cup Crispy parmesan croutons Store-bought is fine; Trader Joe’s has good options.
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing Homemade or jarred, both work well.
- 3 cups Romaine lettuce, chopped Chop the hearts if you prefer a fancier salad.
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- to taste Black pepper, freshly cracked
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, sliced grilled chicken, chopped romaine lettuce, and halved cherry tomatoes.
- Drizzle Caesar dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Add crispy parmesan croutons on top for crunch.
- Grate fresh parmesan cheese on top and sprinkle with black pepper before serving.
Notes
To avoid soggy lettuce, add it last-minute. Keep chicken juicy by not overcooking it and letting it rest. For a vegetarian option, swap chicken for roasted chickpeas or extra croutons.