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Chicken Caesar Crunch Protein Salad

32g Protein Chicken Caesar Crunch Salad You’ll Crave Daily

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A fresh and protein-packed Chicken Caesar Crunch Salad with whole wheat pasta, romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, croutons, and homemade Caesar dressing.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces whole wheat fusilli pasta or your favorite pasta shape
  • 12 ounces cooked chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 romaine lettuce heart, chopped (about 8 ounces)
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes, halved
  • ¾ cup croutons
  • ⅓ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 batch Homemade Caesar Dressing

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Cut cooked chicken breasts into bite-size pieces.
  3. Prepare the Homemade Caesar Dressing if needed.
  4. Add the cooled pasta to a large serving bowl. Top with chicken, romaine, tomatoes, croutons, and Parmesan.
  5. Drizzle with Caesar dressing and toss to combine. Serve cold or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Use leftover chicken or cook fresh chicken using your preferred method.
  • Adjust dressing quantity to taste.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Author: Livia Reed
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Tossed
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg