Creamy Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
Quick & flavorful chicken Caesar pasta salad with tender chicken, crisp lettuce, and crunchy croutons in a creamy Caesar dressing.
📝 Ingredients
👩🍳 Instructions
- 1Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and rinse briefly under cold water to cool. Set aside.
- 2In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the Caesar dressing, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard (if using). Season with black pepper.
- 3Add the cooled pasta and cooked chicken to the dressing mixture. Toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- 4Just before serving, add the chopped romaine lettuce and garlic croutons to the bowl. Toss lightly to combine.
- 5Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
💡 Notes
For best results, add lettuce and croutons right before serving to maintain their crispness. This salad is excellent for meal prep if you store the dressing-coated pasta/chicken separately from the fresh greens and croutons until serving time.
🥗 Nutrition (per serving)
Calories 450 kcal
Protein 30g
Total Fat 20g
Saturated Fat 6g
Carbs 38g
Fiber 4g
Sugar 3g
Sodium 550mg
Cholesterol 70mg
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