Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad, a delightful blend of tender chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, and perfectly cooked fusilli pasta, all enveloped in creamy Caesar dressing. This dish not only brings together refreshing ingredients but also evokes joyous summer gatherings, making it ideal for picnics and potlucks. Quick to prepare and packed with flavor, it is sure to impress your family and friends at any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz fusilli pasta
- 4 cups fresh romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup Caesar dressing
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup croutons
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook fusilli pasta until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cooked pasta, sliced chicken, romaine lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, croutons, and Parmesan cheese.
- Toss with Dressing: Drizzle Caesar dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until well coated.
- Serve & Enjoy: Transfer to serving bowls or plates; garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and croutons if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 810mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg