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Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

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This Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad combines tender chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, creamy Caesar dressing, and cooked pasta into a hearty and satisfying meal. Ideal for lunches, potlucks, or light dinners, it’s easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite add-ins.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped
  • 8 oz rotini or penne pasta
  • 3 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 cup croutons
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (if cooking chicken from scratch)
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
  • 1 tsp lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool, then set aside.
  2. If using raw chicken, season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook chicken until golden brown and fully cooked. Let it rest and chop into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, romaine lettuce, cooked chicken, and grated Parmesan cheese.
  4. Add Caesar dressing and toss until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Right before serving, add croutons and a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • Swap romaine with kale or spinach for variation.
  • Store croutons separately to maintain crunch.
  • Best served cold; no reheating necessary.
  • Add avocado or bacon bits for extra flavor and texture.

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