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Caesar Pasta Salad

Creamy Caesar Pasta Salad That'll Transform Your Lunch Game

This delicious Caesar Pasta Salad is a quick, customizable dish perfect for your lunch or dinner, combining creamy flavors, chicken, and pasta.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Pasta Use rotini, penne, or fusilli for best dressing adhesion.
  • 2 breasts Chicken Grill or pan-sear until cooked through.
  • 4 cups Romaine Lettuce Chopped into medium-sized pieces.
  • 1 cup Croutons Keep separate until serving.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Can substitute with dairy-free cheese for a dairy-free version.
  • to taste Salt Essential for flavor adjustment.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for flavor adjustment.
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Caesar Dressing Store-bought or homemade.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Grill or frying pan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add pasta and cook for about 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. While the pasta cooks, season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill or pan-sear over medium heat for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked to 165°F. Let it rest, then slice or cube.
  3. Chop the romaine lettuce into medium-sized pieces.
  4. For homemade dressing, mix together mayonnaise, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and Parmesan cheese.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, sliced chicken, chopped romaine, and croutons. Drizzle with Caesar dressing and toss to coat.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 28gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy this pasta salad chilled. For added flavor, consider homemade dressing and adding extra veggies like cucumbers or bell peppers.

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