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Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

This refreshing pasta salad combines the classic flavors of a creamy Caesar salad with hearty chicken and pasta.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 18, 2026
Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
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Prep
15 minutes
Cook
10 minutes
Total
25 minutes
Serves
6

If you love a good Caesar salad, you are going to adore this version that uses pasta to make it a full meal. It is a fantastic option for potlucks or just a quick dinner when the weather is warm.

My best advice is to use a really good quality Parmesan cheese and fresh croutons. If you can, dress the salad right before serving so the lettuce stays nice and crisp.

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces rotini or farfalle pasta
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or cubed
  • 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1 cup Caesar salad dressing
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup seasoned croutons
  • 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan for topping
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the package directions.

  2. 2

    Drain the pasta and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process, then let it drain well.

  3. 3

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cooked chicken, and the chopped romaine lettuce.

  4. 4

    Pour the Caesar dressing over the mixture and toss everything together until evenly coated.

  5. 5

    Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and season with a little salt and pepper if you like.

  6. 6

    Just before you are ready to eat, fold in the croutons and top the salad with the shaved Parmesan cheese.

💡 Tips

Store the dressing and croutons separately from the greens if you plan to have leftovers. This keeps the lettuce from wilting and the croutons from getting soggy in the fridge. You can add extra protein like chickpeas or bacon bits for a fun variation.

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