Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
A quick and tasty Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad that combines rotini pasta, shredded chicken, and fresh veggies in a creamy Caesar dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces rotini pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
- 1/2 cup croutons
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, chopped romaine lettuce, and halved cherry tomatoes.
- Add the Caesar dressing and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
- Sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese and croutons, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss again to combine.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley if desired, or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- Can be made ahead of time for easy meal prep.
- Adjust the amount of dressing to your preference.
- Great for potlucks and picnics.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg