Description
Discover a quick, crowd‑pleasing chicken caesar pasta salad that blends al dente pasta, juicy grilled chicken, crisp romaine, sweet cherry tomatoes, and a creamy Caesar dressing. This easy‑make dish delivers classic Caesar flavor in a convenient pasta format, perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or picnics. Ready in minutes, it offers balanced protein, comforting carbs, and fresh veggies, making it a versatile, satisfying meal for the whole family. Serve chilled for a bright, refreshing bite n
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked pasta
- 1 cup cooked chicken, diced
- 1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup caesar dressing
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package, drain and let cool.
- Grill or sauté chicken, season, dice into bite‑size pieces.
- In a large bowl combine pasta, chicken, romaine, and cherry tomatoes.
- Add caesar dressing, toss gently, then fold in parmesan.
- Season with salt and pepper, serve immediately or chill.
Notes
- For extra crunch
- add toasted pine nuts or a sprinkle of extra parmesan just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Family Dinners
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: chicken caesar pasta salad made easy, easy chicken salad, quick pasta recipes, Caesar dressing pasta, weeknight meals, family lunch ideas, high protein pasta salad, simple chicken dishes