Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
This Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad is everything you love about the classic Caesar—tender grilled chicken, crispy bacon, crunchy croutons, and creamy dressing—tossed with pasta for a hearty and satisfying twist. Perfect for potlucks, lunch, or easy dinners.
Ingredients
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 lb grilled chicken breast chopped
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes
- 10 slices cooked bacon chopped
- 1 cup croutons
- 1½ cups Caesar dressing
- ½ cup parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, bacon, croutons, and cheese.
- Add pasta and Caesar dressing. Toss until coated.
- Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately or chill before serving.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://wimpysdiner.net/chicken-caesar-pasta-salad-2/
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken or leftover grilled chicken for quicker prep.
- Swap romaine for kale or spinach for a different texture.
- Add sliced avocado or red onion for extra flavor.
- Best served fresh. If making ahead, wait to add croutons until just before serving to keep them crunchy.