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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.

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