Kittencal's Caesar Chicken Pasta Salad
Elevate your salad game with Kittencal's Caesar Chicken Pasta Salad, a satisfying fusion of hearty penne pasta, juicy seasoned chicken, and the iconic flavors of Caesar dressing. This versatile recipe combines crisp romaine lettuce, crunchy croutons, and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese to create a refreshing dish perfect for lunch, dinner, or as a party centerpiece. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish effortlessly balances creamy and savory notes with tender chicken seared to perfection and pasta cooked al dente. Serve it fresh or chilled, and let this crowd-pleasing Caesar salad with a twist become your go-to for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings.
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts
- 250 grams penne pasta
- 4 cups romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Caesar dressing
- 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup croutons
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water to cool it down. Set aside.
Step 2
While the pasta cooks, prepare the chicken. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Cook the chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Remove from the skillet and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into bite-sized pieces.
Step 4
Wash and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Place it in a large salad bowl.
Step 5
Add the cooked and cooled pasta to the bowl with the lettuce.
Step 6
Top the salad with the sliced chicken, Caesar dressing, grated Parmesan cheese, and croutons.
Step 7
Toss the salad gently to coat all the ingredients evenly with the dressing.
Step 8
Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1068.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2263.0 |
| Total Fat 51.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 15.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.4g | |
| Cholesterol 331.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5597.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 284.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 23.3g | |
| Protein 164.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 642.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 975.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories