Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta (penne or rotini work best)
- 2 cups grilled chicken, sliced
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup creamy Caesar dressing
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Croutons for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients ensuring pasta is cooked al dente and chicken is grilled.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, grilled chicken, chopped romaine lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, and grated Parmesan cheese, then pour the creamy Caesar dressing over the mixture.
- Gently toss all the ingredients together until evenly coated with the dressing.
- Plate the salad, top with croutons and additional Parmesan if desired, and enjoy with family and friends.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, keeping croutons separate to maintain crunch.
- This salad is versatile; pair it with grilled vegetables or garlic bread.
- For meal prep, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg