Description
A vibrant Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad that combines fresh vegetables, tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a creamy Caesar dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lettuce (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Combine the cooked pasta, chicken, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber in a large mixing bowl. Use a spatula to fold the ingredients together.
- Mix together the Caesar dressing and balsamic vinegar in a separate bowl until fully combined.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir gently. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with crisp greens if desired.
Notes
Preparation tips include using rotisserie chicken for convenience and cooking pasta just until al dente.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 30mg