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Easy Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad in a bowl with Caesar dressing and toppings.

Easy Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

A simple, quick, and healthy pasta salad that combines chicken, romaine lettuce, and cherry tomatoes, all tossed in creamy Caesar dressing. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or picnics.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked pasta (penne or rotini) Use any type you prefer.
  • 1 cup cooked chicken, diced Grilled or rotisserie chicken works well.
  • 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped Make sure it's fresh.
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Adds a nice sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated For extra flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Caesar dressing Add more if you prefer a creamier salad.
  • Salt and pepper to taste Season according to your preference.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, diced chicken, romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese.
  2. Drizzle with Caesar dressing and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Toss everything well until it's all combined.
  4. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

Best served chilled or at room temperature. Can be paired with crusty or garlic bread. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for 2-3 days; add more dressing if needed.