Description
A delightful fusion of Caesar salad and pasta, featuring grilled chicken and a creamy dressing for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz Pasta (rotini, penne, or fusilli)
- 2 cups Grilled Chicken (tender grilled or pan-seared; rotisserie is a quick alternative)
- 4 cups Romaine Lettuce (freshly chopped to medium-sized pieces)
- 1 cup Caesar Dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup Croutons (use store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (dairy-free alternative if desired)
- Salt & Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking.
- Chop grilled chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Chop romaine lettuce into medium-sized pieces.
- Combine pasta, chicken, and lettuce in a large mixing bowl.
- Add Caesar dressing and toss to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle croutons and fold gently to combine.
- Finish with Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
Notes
Best enjoyed fresh; add croutons just before serving to retain crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian-Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg