Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad - A Delicious Twist on a Classic
Author: Riley Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins Total Time: 35 mins
Yield: 4 servings Category: Chicken Recipes Cuisine: Italian Diet: None
Description
Enjoy a refreshing Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad, perfect for summer picnics or quick weeknight dinners. This recipe blends classic Caesar salad flavors with hearty pasta.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked pasta
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup Caesar dressing
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: croutons for garnish
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Instructions
In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, shredded chicken, and chopped romaine lettuce.
Add halved cherry tomatoes and grated Parmesan cheese to the bowl.
Drizzle Caesar dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Top with croutons just before serving for crunch.
Notes
Feel free to add other vegetables like cucumbers or bell peppers to customize your salad.
For a lighter version, use a yogurt-based Caesar dressing.