Description
This creamy Caesar Chicken Pasta Salad turns everyone’s favorite Caesar salad into a creamy and delicious pasta salad that you will love! This pasta salad is full of protein, veggies, and a flavorful Caesar dressing that’s so easy to make.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast (split in half lengthwise)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Pasta Salad
- 2 1/2 cups dry pasta (rotini)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced
- 1/2 cup diced English cucumber
- 3 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1/2 cup shaved parmesan cheese
For the Dressing:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup whole milk greek yogurt
- 2 small cloves garlic or 1 large clove, finely minced or pressed
- 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon coconut aminos
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Season the chicken breast on both sides with salt, garlic powder, and pepper. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the olive oil and then add the chicken breast. Cook for 5 minutes per side until the chicken is golden brown and internal temperature is 165 degrees.
- Make the Dressing: Add the dressing ingredients to a mixing bowl and whisk together until well combined.
- Assemble the Pasta Salad: Add the chicken and pasta salad ingredients to a large mixing bowl. Pour on the dressing and then toss until well combined. Serve and enjoy!
