Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad for Easy Lunch and Dinner
A creamy and hearty Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad combining pasta, seasoned chicken, crisp lettuce, Parmesan cheese, and Caesar dressing for a balanced and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
12 ounces rotini or penne pasta
2 cups cooked chicken breast, sliced or cubed
3 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
1 cup Caesar dressing
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup croutons
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and cool under water.
- Prepare chicken by seasoning and cooking until fully cooked, then slice or cube.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta and chicken.
- Add Caesar dressing and toss to coat evenly.
- Add romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, and cherry tomatoes if using.
- Gently toss to combine without crushing the lettuce.
- Add croutons just before serving and adjust seasoning if needed.
Notes
Store components separately if making ahead. Add croutons last to keep them crisp. Adjust dressing quantity based on preference.