Description
This Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad blends the bold, creamy flavors of Caesar salad with hearty pasta and protein-packed chicken. It’s a delicious, make-ahead-friendly dish perfect for BBQs, potlucks, or easy lunches.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 12 oz pasta (rotini, penne, or bowtie)
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
- 1/2 cup croutons (optional)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine pasta, chicken, lettuce, and cherry tomatoes (if using).
- Add Caesar dressing and toss until evenly coated.
- Stir in Parmesan and season with black pepper.
- Top with croutons just before serving.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
- Add avocado or bacon bits for extra flavor.
- Use Greek yogurt Caesar for a lighter version.
- Wait to add dressing if storing ahead of time.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad, Caesar salad pasta, creamy chicken salad, summer pasta salad, BBQ side dish