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Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad: Your Perfect Summer Dish

Enjoy a refreshing Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad that's versatile, flavorful, and perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 lb Chicken Breast Skinless, boneless
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust according to taste
  • 1 tsp Ground Pepper Freshly ground preferred
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Can substitute with fresh garlic
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can use avocado oil
  • 8 oz Dry Penne Pasta Can substitute with rotini or shells
  • 1 cup Croutons Store-bought or homemade
  • 4 cups Romaine Lettuce Can substitute with spinach or iceberg
  • 1 cup Caesar Dressing Homemade or store-bought
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (Grated) Nutritional yeast for dairy-free option

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Large Pot
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Season the Chicken with salt, garlic powder, and ground pepper evenly.
  2. Cook the Chicken in a skillet with olive oil for 8–10 minutes until cooked through.
  3. Prepare the Pasta by boiling salted water and cooking dry penne until al dente, then drain and cool.
  4. Cube the cooled Chicken and combine it with the cooled penne pasta in a large mixing bowl.
  5. Add croutons, chopped romaine, Caesar dressing, and grated Parmesan to the bowl.
  6. Mix all ingredients gently until well-combined.
  7. Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store dressing separately if making ahead to keep lettuce crisp. This salad is best enjoyed fresh.

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