Marie's Caesar Chicken Pasta Salad Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Marie's Caesar Chicken Pasta Salad is a refreshing and satisfying dish that combines the flavors of a classic Caesar salad with tender chicken and pasta. The creamy Caesar dressing coats the al dente pasta, while the grilled chicken adds a smoky and savory element. Topped with crunchy croutons and grated Parmesan cheese, this salad is perfect for a light lunch or a side dish at a summer barbecue.

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Ingredients for Marie's Caesar Chicken Pasta Salad Recipe

  • 2 ounce Penne Pasta', ' Cups Grilled Chicken
  • 1/2 cup Sliced', ' Romaine Lettuce
  • 1/4 cup Chopped', ' Cherry Tomatoes
  • 0.13 cup Halved', ' Red Onion
  • 0.13 cup Thinly Sliced', " Marie'S Caesar Dressing
  • 0.13 cup Croutons
  • 0.06 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese

Directions: Marie's Caesar Chicken Pasta Salad Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
  • STEP 2.In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, grilled chicken, chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion.
  • STEP 3.Pour Marie's Caesar dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly. Add more dressing if desired.
  • STEP 4.Top the salad with croutons and grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Cooking Tips

  • To save time, you can use pre-cooked grilled chicken or rotisserie chicken.
  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in Caesar dressing before grilling.
  • If making ahead of time, keep the dressing, croutons, and Parmesan cheese separate until ready to serve to prevent them from becoming soggy.

Storage and Serving

  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature.
  • This salad can be enjoyed as a main dish or as a side dish with grilled meats or seafood.
Nutrition
value
291
calories per serving
5 g Fat18 g Protein81 g Carbs6 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    5g
  • Protein
    18g
  • Carbs
    81g
  • Fiber
    6g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    81g
  • Protein
    18g
  • Fiber
    6g

Fats

  • Fat
    5g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    155mg
  • Iron
    3mg
  • Vitamin A
    1406mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    2mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    48mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    25mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    87mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    292mg
  • Selenium
    7mcg
  • Zinc
    2mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp