Go Back
+ servings
Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

Easy Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad: Creamy Goodness Awaits

Enjoy a delightful Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad, blending comfort and freshness, perfect for meal prep or gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces pasta rotini, penne, or fusilli for excellent dressing adherence
For the Chicken
  • 2 breasts chicken grilled or pan-seared for tender pieces; rotisserie chicken is a shortcut
For the Salad
  • 1 head romaine lettuce washed and chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup croutons optional for extra crunch; keep separate until serving
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Caesar dressing store-bought or homemade
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese adds nutty flavor; can be dairy-free

Equipment

  • large pot
  • grill pan or skillet
  • Bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare pasta by boiling salted water, add pasta, cook for 8-10 minutes, drain, and rinse with cold water.
  2. Cook chicken in a pan with olive oil, seasoning with salt and pepper, cooking for 6-7 minutes per side until done.
  3. Wash and chop romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces, placing it in a large bowl.
  4. Make dressing by whisking together mayo, lemon juice, garlic, anchovy paste, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and Parmesan.
  5. Combine cooled pasta, sliced chicken, and dressing in the bowl with romaine, tossing gently.
  6. Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.
  7. Serve with extra Parmesan and black pepper, enjoying fresh or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; keep croutons separate to maintain crunch.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!