Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
This Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad is the ultimate crowd-pleasing main course, blending tender grilled chicken with al dente fusilli and a creamy, tangy Caesar dressing. Designed to solve the problem of soggy salads, this hearty dish uses pasta shapes that catch every bit of seasoning. Perfect for potlucks or quick family dinners, it is an easy, scalable recipe that balances fresh romaine, savory parmesan, and a satisfying crunch. Prepare ahead to let the bold garlic flavors fully meld for a professional result with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Total Time: 25
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: lunch
- Method: Grill and Boil
- Cuisine: American-Italian Fusion
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
16 oz Fusilli Pasta
2 lbs Chicken Breast (boneless, skinless)
1 head Romaine Lettuce, chopped
1 cup Parmesan Cheese, freshly grated
1.5 cups Caesar Dressing (egg-free or pasteurized)
2 cups Croutons
Instructions
Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta until al dente.
Drain the pasta thoroughly and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
Grill the chicken breasts over medium heat until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
Let the chicken rest for five minutes, then slice into thin, bite-sized strips.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, grilled chicken, and shredded romaine lettuce.
Drizzle the Caesar dressing over the mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
Fold in the grated parmesan cheese and half of the croutons immediately before serving.
Top with remaining croutons and serve immediately.
Notes
Rotini is a great substitute if fusilli is unavailable. You can prepare the individual components hours ahead to save time. Keep the dressing and croutons separate until just before serving to maintain the best texture. Ensure the chicken is fully cooled or room temperature before combining to keep the lettuce crisp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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