Description
This Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad recipe delivers a bright, creamy Caesar dressing tossed with al dente pasta, crisp romaine, grilled chicken strips, shaved Parmesan, and a touch of beef pepperoni for savory depth. Perfect for quick lunches, weekend picnics, or light dinner gatherings, this salad merges classic Caesar flavor with hearty pasta for a satisfying, refreshing meal that can be served chilled or at room temperature. A simple dish that balances protein, greens, and carbs in every bite.!
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked pasta
- 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup grilled chicken, sliced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
- 1/4 cup croutons
- 1/4 cup beef pepperoni, sliced
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chopped romaine lettuce, and sliced grilled chicken.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese and sliced beef pepperoni.
- Drizzle the Caesar dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
- Top with croutons and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra crunch
- add croutons just before serving. Adjust seasoning with a pinch of salt and pepper if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Mix
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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