Description
Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad is a deliciously satisfying dish that combines tender grilled chicken, al dente fusilli pasta, and fresh romaine lettuce, all tossed in a creamy Caesar dressing. Perfect for summer picnics or cozy family dinners, this recipe is quick to prepare and can be easily customized. With vibrant flavors and textures, this salad is sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz fusilli pasta
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup Caesar dressing
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Cook the fusilli pasta in salted boiling water for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill over medium-high heat for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F/75°C). Let rest before slicing.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, sliced chicken, chopped romaine, halved cherry tomatoes, and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Drizzle Caesar dressing and lemon juice on top. Gently toss to coat all ingredients.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups (350g)
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 80mg