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Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

Delicious Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad for Easy Meal Prep

This Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad is high in protein and perfect for meal prep.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces rotini pasta can substitute with penne or bowtie
  • 2 cups diced grilled chicken hearty source of protein
  • 8 ounces turkey bacon cooked until crispy; traditional bacon can be used instead
  • 1 heart romaine lettuce add just before serving for optimal texture
  • 0.5 cups shredded Parmesan cheese adjust based on cheese preference
  • 0.75 cups Caesar salad dressing use a preferred dressing

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. Add the rotini pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. While the pasta cools, cook the diced grilled chicken and turkey bacon until crispy. Set aside to cool.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chicken, and bacon. Add chopped romaine lettuce and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  4. Pour Caesar dressing over the mixture and toss gently until well coated.
  5. Add romaine lettuce just before serving for optimal crunch. Store leftover salad in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For extra flavor, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salad before serving. Adjust dressing quantity for desired creaminess.

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