Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

Ingredients:

For the Salad:

2 cups cooked chicken breast (grilled or shredded)

2 cups cooked pasta (penne, rotini, or bowtie work well)

2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped

1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)

1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)

1/2 cup croutons

1/4 cup parmesan cheese, shaved or grated

For the Caesar Dressing (or use store-bought):

1/2 cup mayonnaise

2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tsp Dijon mustard

1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

1 garlic clove, minced

Salt and black pepper to taste

1–2 tbsp water or milk (to thin the dressing if needed)

Instructions:

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and let it cool.

In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chopped chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, and croutons.

Make the dressing by whisking all the Caesar dressing ingredients together in a small bowl until smooth.

Pour dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat everything evenly.

Top with parmesan cheese and a few extra croutons for crunch.

Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for 20–30 minutes for a cold pasta salad.