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20-Minute Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

Delicious 20-Minute Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad for Busy Nights

This 20-Minute Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad combines comfort and speed for busy nights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Grilled Chicken Marinate with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Pasta Cook al dente; can substitute whole grain or gluten-free pasta.
For the Salad
  • 2 cups Romaine Lettuce Substitute with mixed greens or spinach if preferred.
  • ½ cup Croutons Homemade can be made from leftover bread.
  • ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese Use a dairy-free alternative if needed.
For the Dressing
  • ½ cup Caesar Dressing Homemade or store-bought.

Equipment

  • grill or skillet
  • Pot
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate the chicken breast for about 15 minutes with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook on a grill or skillet over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes per side.
  2. Cook the pasta in a boiling pot of salted water according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced chicken, pasta, and chopped romaine lettuce. Add croutons and mix gently.
  4. Drizzle Caesar dressing over the salad mixture and toss until well-coated.
  5. Serve the salad on plates, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Keep dressing separate to maintain lettuce freshness.

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