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Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

A comforting, flavor-packed salad combining tender chicken, crispy bacon, and creamy Caesar and Ranch dressings over short pasta and fresh greens.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course, Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 580 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups diced chicken Tenderloins or chicken breasts
  • 4 slices bacon Or turkey bacon for a lighter option
  • 8 ounces short pasta Fusilli or rotini
  • 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped Can mix with spinach
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly shredded
  • 1 cup croutons Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 tablespoon salad supreme seasoning Optional
  • 1/2 cup Caesar dressing Store-bought or homemade
  • 1/2 cup Ranch dressing
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For cooking the chicken
  • 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning Or cajun/lemon pepper

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season and cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain without rinsing.
  • Cook bacon until crispy; chop into small bits.

Mixing

  • In a large bowl, combine lettuce, pasta, chicken, bacon, and croutons.
  • Mix Caesar and Ranch dressings, then coat the salad.
  • Add Parmesan cheese and toss to combine. Top with extra croutons.

Serving

  • Serve immediately or chill for deeper flavors. Enjoy!

Notes

Perfect for meal prep with tasty leftovers. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat gently if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 580kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 38gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 900mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g
Keyword Chicken Caesar, Comfort Food, Easy Recipe, Meal Prep, Pasta Salad
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