Classic Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
A vibrant and fresh salad combining rotisserie chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, homemade croutons, and silky Caesar dressing.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups Romaine lettuce, chopped Crisp and refreshing, it adds the perfect crunch.
- 2 cups Rotisserie chicken, shredded Savory and tender, it makes preparing this dish a breeze.
- 1 cup Tomatoes, diced Juicy and full of flavor, they brighten the dish.
- 1 cup Homemade croutons They add a delightful crunch and are easy to make.
- 1/2 cup Fresh grated Parmesan cheese This gives the salad a creamy, cheesy touch.
- 1/4 cup Fresh shaved Parmesan cheese It adds a gourmet finish to your salad.
- 3/4 cup Easy homemade Caesar Salad Dressing The heart of the dish, making it all come together.
- 8 oz Rotini or fusilli pasta The binding component; recommended for better dressing adherence.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water. After cooking, drain the pasta and let it cool.
- While waiting for the pasta, chop the romaine lettuce, shred the rotisserie chicken, and dice the tomatoes.
- Prepare the homemade croutons as they're a must-have for this recipe.
Mixing
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chopped romaine lettuce, shredded chicken, diced tomatoes, and homemade croutons.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the Caesar dressing until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss everything together gently until well coated.
Finishing Touch
- Top the salad with fresh grated and shaved Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for a flavor boost. Croutons can be made in advance. Consider adding crispy bacon bits or avocado for extra flair.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 26gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g
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