Caesar Pasta Salad Fresh Twist (Printable Version)
Delightful Caesar pasta featuring tender chicken, parmesan, and crunchy croutons in a zesty dressing.
# What You'll Need:
→ Pasta
01 -
6 cups cooked bowtie pasta (about 1-pound package)
→ Greens
02 -
2 cups chopped romaine lettuce (about 1 small head)
→ Protein
03 -
2 cups chopped rotisserie chicken
04 -
½ cup crumbled cooked bacon
→ Dairy
05 -
1 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
→ Crunch
06 -
5 ounces classic Caesar croutons (approximately 2 cups)
→ Dressing & Seasoning
07 -
12 ounces Caesar salad dressing
08 -
Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste (optional)
09 -
Sea salt, to taste (optional)
10 -
Lemon wedges, for garnish
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 -
Boil bowtie pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water until cool.
02 -
In a large bowl, toss cooled pasta with chopped romaine, rotisserie chicken, shaved Parmesan, croutons, crumbled bacon, and Caesar dressing until evenly coated.
03 -
Top salad with freshly cracked black pepper and a squeeze of lemon juice. Serve immediately.