Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

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Here’s a tasty recipe for Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad:

Ingredients:

For the salad:

  • 8 oz (225g) pasta (such as penne or rotini)
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)
  • Croutons, for serving (optional)

For the Caesar dressing:

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

  1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Set aside.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and no longer pink in the center. Remove from the skillet and let them rest for a few minutes before slicing into strips.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, shredded Parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley (if using).
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together all the ingredients for the Caesar dressing until well combined.
  5. Add the sliced chicken to the salad, then pour the Caesar dressing over the top. Toss everything together until evenly coated.
  6. Serve the Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad immediately, topped with croutons if desired, or chill it in the refrigerator for an hour before serving for a cold pasta salad option.

Enjoy your delicious and flavorful Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad!

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