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Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

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Ingredients

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Protein & Pasta:

  • 1.5 pounds chicken breasts or tenderloins
  • 1 pound short pasta (rotini, fusilli, or penne)
  • 6 slices bacon, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Vegetables & Fresh Ingredients:

  • 1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1 cup freshly shredded parmesan cheese
  • 1.5 cups garlic butter croutons
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Seasonings:

  • 2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning

For the Dressing:

 

  • 1 cup Caesar dressing
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  • Season chicken breasts with poultry seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until it hits 165°F inside. Let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
  • Boil salted water and cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer to paper towels.
  • Mix Caesar dressing with olive oil and fresh lemon juice in a small bowl.
  • In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, sliced chicken, bacon, and chopped romaine lettuce. Pour dressing over and toss gently.
  • Add croutons and parmesan cheese, toss lightly to combine.

 

  • Serve immediately, topped with extra croutons and parmesan if you want.

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