Description
A vibrant Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad that combines creamy dressing, grilled chicken, and fresh vegetables, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta (fusilli or penne)
- 1 cup cooked chicken, chopped
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cucumbers, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Combine the cooked pasta and chopped chicken in a large bowl.
- Whisk together the Caesar dressing and balsamic vinegar in a separate bowl.
- Pour the dressing mixture over the pasta and chicken, tossing gently.
- Add the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumbers, and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh basil if desired.
Notes
Make ahead for meal prep; refrigerate without cucumbers until serving for extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad, pasta salad, easy recipe, summer salad, grilled chicken