๐Ÿ Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad Recipe ๐Ÿฅ—


Ingredients:

  • ๐Ÿ— 2 cups cooked chicken (grilled or rotisserie, chopped)
  • ๐Ÿ 3 cups cooked pasta (penne, fusilli, or farfalle work great)
  • ๐Ÿฅฌ 2 cups Romaine lettuce (chopped)
  • ๐Ÿง€ 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
  • ๐Ÿฅ“ 1/4 cup crispy bacon bits
  • ๐Ÿ‹ 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ๐Ÿฅ„ 1/2 cup Caesar dressing (store-bought or homemade)
  • ๐Ÿง‚ Salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Pasta: ๐Ÿ
  • Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool down. Set aside.
  1. Prepare the Chicken: ๐Ÿ—
  • If you donโ€™t have cooked chicken, grill or pan-sear chicken breasts. Season with salt and pepper. Once cooked, chop into bite-sized pieces.
  1. Make the Salad: ๐Ÿฅ—
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chopped chicken, and chopped Romaine lettuce.
  1. Add the Flavors: ๐Ÿง€
  • Add Parmesan cheese, crispy bacon bits, and a squeeze of lemon juice to the mix.
  1. Dress It: ๐Ÿ‹
  • Pour the Caesar dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well-coated.
  1. Season and Serve: ๐Ÿง‚
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

๐Ÿ•’ Total Time: 20 minutes

๐Ÿฝ Servings: 4-6

๐Ÿ”ฅ Calories per Serving: 400-500 (depending on ingredients)


This Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad is perfect for a picnic, lunch, or dinner. Itโ€™s a filling and flavorful dish that combines the best of Caesar salad with pasta, making it a delightful meal!