Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
A delicious combination of classic Caesar salad flavors and hearty pasta, perfect for lunch, dinner, or picnics.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked pasta Any type of pasta works, but rotini or penne hold the dressing well.
- 1 cup cooked chicken, diced Use leftover chicken to save time.
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped You can switch to spinach or mixed greens for variation.
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/4 cup Caesar dressing For a lighter version, use low-fat dressing.
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, diced chicken, and chopped romaine lettuce.
- Add the cherry tomatoes and grated parmesan cheese.
- Pour the Caesar dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for a short time before serving.
Notes
This salad can be made ahead of time; just remember to add the dressing before serving to keep the lettuce crisp. It lasts 2-3 days in the refrigerator.