Creamy Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad with Parmesan
Chef & Safety Quick Answer: Chicken Caesar pasta salad combines tender bowtie pasta and juicy chicken breast tossed in lemon-garlic Caesar dressing before folding with ...
Cook Creamy Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad with Parmesan for 10 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F Minimum. Rest for 5–10 Mins before slicing so juices redistribute and carryover heat reaches full USDA FSIS food safety standards.
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| Recipe | Creamy Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad with Parmesan |
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Chicken Caesar pasta salad combines tender bowtie pasta and juicy chicken breast tossed in lemon-garlic Caesar dressing before folding with crisp romaine lettuce and shaved Parmesan curls. Adding croutons at service preserves restaurant crunch.
Recipe Overview & Cooking Metrics
| Prep Time | 15 minutes | Cook Time | 10 minutes |
| Total Time | 40 minutes | Servings | 6 servings |
| Calories / Serving | 440 kcal | Protein / Serving | 34g |
| Cuisine | Deli Pasta Salad | Category | Pasta Salad |
Equipment Needed
- Large pot for boiling pasta
- Colander and salad spinner
- Large salad serving bowl
- Digital probe meat thermometer
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or sliced into bite-sized strips
- 8 ounces dry farfalle (bowtie) or penne pasta, cooked al dente and cooled
- 3 cups crisp romaine lettuce, washed, spun dry, and chopped
- 3/4 cup creamy Caesar dressing
- 1/2 cup freshly shaved Parmesan cheese curls
- 1 cup seasoned garlic butter croutons
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, finely grated
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Step-by-Step Preparation Instructions
- Boil pasta in salted water for 10 minutes until al dente. Drain in colander and rinse briefly under cold water to stop cooking. Shake off excess moisture.
- In a large bowl, whisk creamy Caesar dressing with fresh lemon juice, grated garlic, and black pepper.
- Add cooled pasta and diced chicken to the bowl. Toss to coat pasta and chicken in dressing so pasta absorbs savory garlic flavor.
- Chill in refrigerator for 15 minutes.
- Just before serving, fold in chopped crisp romaine lettuce and half of the shaved Parmesan cheese.
- Top with crunchy garlic croutons and remaining shaved Parmesan cheese curls. Serve immediately with extra black pepper.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Rinsing pasta with cold water removes surface starches, and tossing pasta with 1 teaspoon olive oil before adding dressing prevents excessive absorption.
Always fold in romaine lettuce and croutons right before serving so lettuce stays crisp and croutons do not turn soggy in the dressing.
Yes. Shredded rotisserie chicken breast works brilliantly and saves 15 minutes of prep time.
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