Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
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Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
Description
Cooked bowtie pasta is cooled slightly before tossing to maintain shape and prevent mushiness. The salad balances tender pasta and chicken chunks with crisp chopped romaine lettuce. Parmesan cheese contributes savory, nutty notes, while Caesar dressing unites the ingredients with its creamy, tangy character.
The addition of croutons on top provides a crunchy contrast to the soft pasta and chicken, enhancing mouthfeel and overall texture. Black pepper adds a light sharpness enhancing the seasoning.
This salad functions as a standalone meal or a substantial side dish. It can be chilled before serving, allowing flavors to meld. The composition is practical for make-ahead lunches or buffet-style serving at gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breast cooked and cut into chunks
- 1 pound bowtie pasta
- 6 cups romaine lettuce chopped
- 6 ounces Parmesan Cheese
- 1 1/2 cups caesar dressing
- 1 cup croutons
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper coarse ground
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted water for one minute less than the directions on the box.
- Let cool slightly for 3-5 minutes.
- Add the dressing, chicken, cheese and black pepper (to taste).
- Toss together, top with croutons and Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 618 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 618kcal | 31% |
| Carbohydrates | 48g | 16% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 34g | 52% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 68mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 971mg | 40% |
| Potassium | 460mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 3270IU | 65% |
| Vitamin C | 2.2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 302mg | 30% |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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