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7) Canned Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz short pasta penne, rotini, or farfalle, cooked and cooled
  • 1 12.5 oz can chunk chicken, drained and flaked
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan
  • 1/3 cup Caesar dressing store-bought or homemade
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise optional, for extra creaminess
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup croutons for topping (optional)

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions, drain, and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, drained chicken, tomatoes, romaine, and Parmesan.
  3. Whisk Caesar dressing, mayo (if using), and lemon juice; pour over salad and toss to coat.
  4. Season with salt and pepper, taste, and adjust if needed.
  5. Chill 10–15 minutes if time allows, then top with croutons just before serving.