Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad That’s Incredibly Delicious and Easy
Indulge in the delightful Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad That’s Incredibly Delicious and Easy, a perfect blend of tender chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, and creamy dressing mixed with pasta. This dish is not only quick to prepare but also satisfying and versatile enough to serve as a main course or a side at your next gathering. The crunchy panko topping adds an irresistible texture, making this salad a family favorite. Perfect for meal prep or casual dinners, you’ll love how simple and delicious it is!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound short pasta (penne, fusilli, or cavatappi)
- 1 pound shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)
- 1 to 2 large romaine hearts (chopped or torn)
- 1 cup Caesar salad dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Shaved Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot.
- In a small skillet, heat olive oil over medium-low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in panko breadcrumbs and toast until golden brown; set aside.
- Cook pasta in boiling water until al dente (8–10 minutes). Drain and cool under running water.
- In a large serving bowl, combine cooled pasta, shredded chicken, romaine lettuce, and Caesar dressing. Toss until well mixed.
- Season with salt and pepper. Add half of the toasted breadcrumbs and toss again. Garnish with remaining breadcrumbs and shaved Parmesan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg