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Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

Zesty Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad for a Bright Meal Boost

This Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad combines tender rotini, creamy dressing, smoky turkey bacon, and crunchy romaine for a high-protein crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Rotini Pasta Substitute with penne or bowtie for variety.
For the Protein
  • 2 cups Grilled Chicken Diced rotisserie chicken can save time.
  • 8 ounces Turkey Bacon Swap with regular bacon if desired.
For the Freshness
  • 1 heart Romaine Lettuce Add just before serving to maintain crunch.
For the Flavor
  • ½ cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese Increase quantity for a stronger cheese flavor.
  • ¾ cup Caesar Salad Dressing Choose your favorite brand.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • mixing bowl
  • tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted water for about 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. While the pasta cools, dice the grilled chicken and crumble the turkey bacon.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled rotini, diced chicken, crumbled bacon, chopped romaine, and shredded Parmesan cheese.
  4. Drizzle Caesar dressing over the pasta salad and toss until evenly coated.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate, adding the romaine just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best texture, add romaine lettuce right before serving and consider mixing in extra Caesar dressing for leftovers.

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