Description
This Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad combines the classic flavors of a Caesar salad with the heartiness of pasta and chicken, creating a satisfying and flavorful dish perfect for lunch or a light dinner.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 package Bowtie pasta (16oz/410g package, uncooked)
- 2 chicken breasts (cooked and cut into cubes)
- 2 cups Romaine lettuce (cut into small pieces)
- 1 cup garlic croutons
- 1/2 cup bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (shredded)
- 1 cup Caesar salad dressing
- lemon for garnish
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside to cool.
- Prepare Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, Romaine lettuce, garlic croutons, bacon, Parmesan cheese, and cooled pasta.
- Add Dressing: Pour Caesar salad dressing over the mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Season: Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Garnish with lemon wedges and serve chilled.
Notes
- You can add cherry tomatoes or avocado for extra flavor and color.
- To make it vegetarian, omit the chicken and bacon, and add extra veggies like bell peppers or cucumbers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg