Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad: Easy Recipe with Turkey Bacon Twist
A delicious twist on a classic salad, combining chicken, pasta, and the smoky flavor of turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta
- 1 cup cooked chicken, chopped
- 1/2 cup turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chicken, turkey bacon, and romaine lettuce.
- Drizzle with Caesar dressing and toss to combine.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and black pepper before serving.
Notes
- For added crunch, consider topping with croutons.
- This salad works well as a meal prep option for lunches.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad, Turkey Bacon, Salad Recipe