Caesar Pasta Salad with Grilled Chicken
INGREDIENTS
- 1/2 cup plus 2 Tbsp. light or regular Caesar salad dressing, divided
- 4 (4 to 5 oz.) boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
- 2 cups (6 oz.) multi-grain or regular penne pasta, cooked, rinsed with cold water and drained
- 2 cups (8 oz.) Sargento® Bistro® Blends Shredded Italian Pasta Cheese, divided
- 3 cups packed torn romaine lettuce leaves
- 1-1/2 cups halved cherry or grape tomatoes
- 1/2 cup prepared garlic or herb croutons
- Freshly ground black pepper
DIRECTIONS
- 1
Brush the 2 tablespoons dressing over both sides of chicken breasts. Grill over medium-hot coals on a covered grill or cook in a ridged grill pan over medium heat 4 to 5 minutes per side or until chicken is no longer pink in center. Transfer to carving board; let cool 15 minutes. Cut chicken into chunks.
- 2
Meanwhile, combine pasta and remaining 1/2 cup dressing in a large bowl. Add chicken and 1-1/2 cups cheese; toss well. Add lettuce and tomatoes; toss well and transfer to serving plates. Top with remaining cheese and croutons. Serve with pepper.
SUMMARY
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves: 6
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See Nutrition Facts
Serves: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories 446
Total Fat 24.8g
Saturated Fat 7.2g
Trans Fat 5.7g
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.4g
Cholesterol 44g
Sodium 737g
Carbohydrates 27g
Protein 18g
Dietary Fiber 2g
Vitamin A 91g
Vitamin C 10g
Calcium 276g
Iron 1g
