Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
This Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad makes for an ideal meal-prep lunch or a light, satisfying dinner, blending the creamy, tangy taste of classic Caesar with hearty pasta and juicy grilled chicken.
Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
Ingredients:
- Chicken breasts — 2
- Pasta (rotini, penne, or bow tie) — 8 oz
- Romaine lettuce, chopped — 1 head
- Cherry tomatoes, halved — 1 cup
- Parmesan cheese, shaved or grated — ½ cup
- Caesar dressing — ½ cup
- Salt, pepper, and herbs — to taste
How to Prepare Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad:
Step 1: Cook Pasta: Prepare the 8 ounces of pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain, then rinse with cold water to cool and stop cooking. Set aside.
Step 2: Grill Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and preferred herbs. Grill or pan-cook until fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F/74°C). Slice into bite-sized pieces.
Step 3: Assemble Salad: In a large bowl, mix the cooled pasta, grilled chicken, chopped romaine, halved cherry tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese.
Step 4: Add Dressing: Drizzle the Caesar dressing over the salad and toss gently to evenly coat.
Step 5: Serve: Place salad on a serving platter and garnish with extra Parmesan if desired. Enjoy immediately.
