Description
Creamy, tangy, and protein-packed, this Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad is the perfect dish for any occasion. Blending tender grilled chicken with crunchy romaine lettuce and a rich dressing, it’s both refreshing and satisfying. Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch, a filling dinner, or an impressive side for gatherings, this salad is customizable to fit your taste. With the ease of preparation and versatile ingredients, you can enjoy this delightful meal in just 45 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rotini or penne pasta
- 3 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 2 grilled chicken breasts, sliced or cubed
- 1 cup croutons
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and olive oil; grill or pan-sear until fully cooked. Slice into bite-sized pieces.
- Chop romaine lettuce into medium pieces.
- For the dressing, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic, Dijon mustard, and Parmesan until creamy.
- In a large bowl, combine pasta, chicken, lettuce, croutons, and dressing. Toss until well-coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg