🔥 Ultimate Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad 🥗🍗🍝
⏳ Prep Time: 15 mins
🔥 Cook Time: 20 mins
🍽️ Servings: 4
⚡ Calories per Serving: ~600 kcal
🛒 Ingredients:
🔥 For the Chicken:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 🍗
1 tbsp olive oil 🫒
1 tsp garlic powder 🧄
1/2 tsp salt 🧂
1/2 tsp black pepper 🌿
1/2 tsp paprika 🌶️
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning 🌿
🍝 For the Pasta Salad:
3 cups cooked rotini pasta 🍝
2 cups chopped romaine lettuce 🥬
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 🧀
1/2 cup croutons 🥖
🥣 For the Caesar Dressing:
1/2 cup Caesar dressing 🥗
1 tbsp lemon juice 🍋
1 tsp Dijon mustard 🌭
1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce 🍶
1/2 tsp black pepper 🌿
1/4 tsp garlic powder 🧄
🔥 Directions:
1️⃣ Cook the Chicken: Season the chicken with garlic powder, salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Heat olive oil in a pan and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown. Let it rest before slicing. 🍗🔥
2️⃣ Cook the Pasta: Boil pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool. 🍝💦
3️⃣ Prepare the Dressing: In a bowl, mix Caesar dressing, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, and garlic powder. 🥣🍋
4️⃣ Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine pasta, romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, and sliced chicken. Pour over the dressing and toss well. 🥬🧀
5️⃣ Garnish & Serve: Top with croutons and extra Parmesan. Serve immediately & enjoy! 😋🔥
👉 Pro Tip: Add crispy bacon bits for extra crunch and smoky flavor! 🥓🔥