Description
A refreshing and hearty pasta salad perfect for summer gatherings, combining tender chicken, crisp romaine, and creamy Caesar dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 lb cooked chicken breast, diced
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup croutons
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions; drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the diced chicken, cooled pasta, chopped romaine, and Caesar dressing.
- Toss to combine and coat all ingredients evenly.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese and croutons on top.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use a low-fat Caesar dressing.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like cherry tomatoes or cucumbers.
- This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg