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CHICKEN CAESAR PASTA SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: farfalle pasta, chicken, olive oil, salt, pepper, romaine lettuce, grape tomatoes, crouton, parmesan cheese, caesar dressing

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

10 oz farfalle pasta, "bow-tie" pasta
3 breasts chicken
3 tablespoons olive oil
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
2 heads romaine lettuce, cut into 1-2 inch (3cm - 5cm) pieces
1 cup grape tomatoes, cut in half
1 cup crouton
parmesan cheese, to taste
¾ cup caesar dressing

Steps:

  • Boil water, add the pasta, and cook according to package instructions. Drain water, and let the pasta chill.
  • Meanwhile, season each of the chicken breasts with 1 Tbsp. olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Grill for six to eight minutes on each side. Cut the chicken into bite-size pieces.
  • In a large bowl combine pasta, romaine lettuce, tomatoes, chicken, croutons, parmesan, and Caesar dressing. Toss gently.
  • Nutrition Calories: 3059 Fat: 110 grams Carbs: 267 grams Fiber: 22 grams Sugars: 22 grams Protein: 242 grams
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 857 calories, Carbohydrate 67 grams, Fat 43 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 47 grams, Sugar 6 grams

CHICKEN CAESAR PASTA SALAD



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Whip up a 2-minute meal in-a-bowl with a refreshing recipe for Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad starring DIY dressing.

Provided by Kelly Senyei

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon anchovy paste
1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
8 oz. uncooked pasta, such as rotini or penne
2 hearts of Romaine
Shredded rotisserie chicken or chopped chicken breasts
Croutons (optional)
Parmesan cheese, for serving

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire, mayonnaise, minced garlic and anchovy paste until well combined. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and 1/4 teaspoon pepper then set the dressing aside while you make the salad.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain the pasta and transfer it to a large serving bowl.
  • Cut the Romaine hearts into 1-inch pieces then add them and your protein of choice to the bowl with the pasta.
  • Add the prepared dressing and toss to combine. Add the croutons (optional) and garnish with Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately or refrigerate, covered, until ready to serve.
  • ★ Did you make this recipe? Don't forget to give it a star rating below!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 15 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 39 mg, Sodium 231 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKEN CAESAR PASTA SALAD



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Toss grilled chicken, romaine and fresh tomatoes with pasta in a creamy Caesar dressing.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 13

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup Parmesan
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon finely grated garlic
8 ounces penne pasta
One 8-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breast
1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil, plus more for oiling the grill grates
1 1/2 cups shredded romaine lettuce
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
2 medium vine-ripe tomatoes, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Whisk the mayonnaise, Parmesan, sour cream, lemon juice, Worcestershire, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper together in a large bowl.
  • Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Add it to the large bowl and set aside.
  • Prepare a grill or grill pan for medium-high heat. Sprinkle the chicken breast with salt and pepper. Lightly oil the grill grates or grill pan. Grill the chicken, flipping once, until well-marked and the internal temperature registers 165 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer, about 7 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes, then cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
  • Add the grilled chicken, romaine, celery and tomatoes to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.

CHICKEN CAESAR PASTA SALAD



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This is a favorite of ours in the summer. Also great made with shrimp in place of chicken!

Provided by sixgermans

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Chicken Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 2h27m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) box mini penne pasta
1 ½ pounds chopped cooked chicken
½ cup diced green bell pepper
2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
⅓ cup chopped red onion
½ (8 ounce) bottle creamy Caesar salad dressing, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 7 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • Stir pasta, chicken, green bell pepper, eggs, Parmesan cheese, and red onion together in a bowl. Pour salad dressing over the top and toss to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled and flavors blend, at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.5 calories, Carbohydrate 34.1 g, Cholesterol 101.6 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 25.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 209.8 mg, Sugar 2 g

CHICKEN PASTA CAESAR SALAD



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My colleagues and I made a pact to eat healthier, and we took turns sharing dishes. I'm happy to report that, thanks to recipes like this crisp and tangy salad, we all trimmed down. -Teresa Jordan, Springville, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups uncooked whole wheat spiral pasta (about 8 ounces)
6 cups torn romaine
3 cups coarsely shredded rotisserie chicken
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup creamy Caesar salad dressing
1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water and drain again. Toss with remaining ingredients; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422 calories, Fat 22g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 416mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

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