Description
Delicious Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad is the perfect weeknight meal, combining tender fusilli pasta, juicy chicken, and crisp romaine lettuce tossed in creamy Caesar dressing. This quick and easy dish not only satisfies hunger but also impresses with vibrant flavors and textures. Ideal for busy evenings or casual gatherings, every bite delivers a delightful taste experience that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 8 oz fusilli pasta
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup Caesar dressing
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- ¼ cup pine nuts (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Cook the pasta: Boil salted water, add fusilli, and cook until al dente. Drain and rinse.
- 2. Sauté the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until golden brown, about 6-7 minutes per side. Let cool before slicing.
- 3. Prepare veggies: Chop romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
- 4. Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cooked pasta, sliced chicken, romaine, cherry tomatoes, and pine nuts if using. Drizzle generously with Caesar dressing and toss well.
- 5. Serve: Plate the salad and top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and black pepper as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg