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ππ ππππ Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad! π€€π₯
Trust me, you have to try this Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad! It’s a game-changerβperfectly creamy, savory, and loaded with delicious toppings! π₯π₯ This salad is an easy, crowd-pleasing recipe that combines all your favorites into one bowl.
Ingredients Youβll Need:
π Rotini Pasta β Cooked al dente for the perfect bite.
π Chicken Nuggets β Crispy and tender chicken pieces.
π₯ Bacon β Cooked and crumbled for that smoky flavor.
π Croutons β Adds the perfect crunch.
π§ Cheese β Use shredded parmesan or your favorite blend.
π₯¬ Salad Greens β Fresh romaine or mixed greens.
π₯£ Ranch or Caesar Dressing β Toss it all together for creamy goodness.
πΏ McCormick Perfect Pinch Salad Supreme Seasoning β Boosts the flavor!
β« Black Pepper β Freshly cracked for an extra kick.
How to Make Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad: π₯β¨
1οΈβ£ Cook the Pasta: Boil the rotini according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking.
2οΈβ£ Prepare the Chicken: Cook or heat your chicken nuggets, then cut them into bite-sized pieces.
3οΈβ£ Crisp the Bacon: Cook the bacon until crispy, then crumble it into small bits.
4οΈβ£ Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine pasta, chicken, bacon, salad greens, croutons, and cheese.
5οΈβ£ Dress It Up: Drizzle with ranch or Caesar dressing. Sprinkle with McCormick Salad Supreme seasoning and black pepper. Toss gently to combine.
6οΈβ£ Serve & Enjoy! This salad is best served fresh, but you can chill it for 30 minutes if you prefer it cold.
Pro Tips π‘
Want to make it lighter? Use grilled chicken instead of nuggets!
Add cherry tomatoes for a pop of color and freshness. π
Sprinkle extra cheese for maximum flavor. π§π₯