Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad, perfect for busy weeknights! Tender chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, and creamy Caesar dressing come together with fusilli pasta for a dish that’s both satisfying and visually appealing. This easy recipe guarantees bold flavors and delightful textures that will impress your family or guests without keeping you in the kitchen for long.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz fusilli pasta
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- ½ cup Caesar dressing
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup croutons
- ¼ cup pine nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the fusilli pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Let rest before slicing into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine warm pasta with Caesar dressing to allow flavors to meld.
- Gently fold in chopped romaine, sliced chicken, Parmesan cheese, croutons, and pine nuts if using.
- Serve immediately with extra Parmesan on top if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg