Best 10 Chicken Caesar Pasta Toss Recipes

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Chicken Caesar pasta toss is a classic dish that combines the flavors of Caesar salad with the convenience of pasta. It's a quick and easy meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual lunch. The key to making a great chicken Caesar pasta toss is using the best ingredients. You'll need a good quality Caesar dressing, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and tender cooked chicken. Once you have your ingredients, the dish comes together in just a few minutes.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN CAESAR PASTA



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An interesting twist on a classic. My family's new favorite.

Provided by bsteimle

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Tomato Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound dry penne pasta
1 tablespoon butter
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch cubes
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
1 (8 ounce) bottle Caesar salad dressing
¼ cup red wine vinegar
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 head romaine lettuce - rinsed, dried and shredded
1 large tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, pepper and salt. Cook 10 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Remove skillet from heat.
  • In a bowl, mix together salad dressing, vinegar and cheese. Toss together pasta, chicken, lettuce, and dressing mixture. Place in large serving bowl, and sprinkle with tomato. Garnish with croutons and Parmesan curls, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465 calories, Carbohydrate 48.1 g, Cholesterol 63.2 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 528.9 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

CHICKEN CAESAR PASTA (ONE POT!)



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This One Pot Chicken Caesar Pasta recipe is so easy to make! Angel hair pasta and blackened chicken are tossed in a creamy Parmesan sauce with a hint of Caesar dressing, lemons, and capers.

Provided by Stephanie

Categories     Main Course

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ cup Parmesan cheese
1 cup Caesar salad dressing (divided)
¾ cup milk
2 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (or 1 large)
3 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
4 cloves garlic (minced)
2 cups chicken broth
8 oz. angel hair pasta (equal to 1/2 lb.)
1 Tablespoon capers
2 Tablespoons lemon juice
Freshly cracked pepper
Fresh Parsley (roughly chopped)

Steps:

  • Slice each chicken breast in half to create two thinner pieces of equal size. Season each side with lemon pepper seasoning.
  • Place the chicken in a freezer Ziploc bag and add ¾ cup of Caesar dressing (save ¼ cup for the pasta sauce). Coat the chicken with the dressing and seal. Refrigerate for 20 minutes (or longer if time allows.)
  • Meanwhile, shred the Parmesan cheese and set it aside. It should be at room temp when added to the sauce.
  • Take ¼ cup of the Caesar dressing and whisk it with ¾ cup milk. Set it aside, it should also come down to nearly room temp. Don't worry if it's not completely uniform in consistency.
  • Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a large high-walled skillet or dutch oven.
  • Add the marinated chicken and let it sear, undisrupted, for 4-5 minutes per side. Decrease heat to medium if oil begins to splatter.
  • Set the chicken on a plate. Let it rest for 5 minutes, then cut it into strips. Transfer any juice left on the plate back to the pot.
  • Reduce the heat to medium and melt the butter. Add the minced garlic. Heat for one minute.
  • Add the chicken broth, and use a silicone spatula to "clean" the bottom of the pot. Slowly stir in the milk/Caesar dressing. Bring to a boil.
  • Add the angel hair pasta and use kitchen tongs to gently bend the noodles into the pan as they soften. (If preferred, you can also break them in half.)
  • Let the pasta simmer for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure the noodles don't stick together.
  • Once the pasta is softened and cooked through, add the capers and decrease heat to low.
  • Gradually sprinkle in the Parmesan cheese, use tongs to toss and combine. Add the chicken back to the pan along with the lemon juice. Stir to combine.
  • Garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Add freshly cracked pepper and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 625 kcal, Carbohydrate 49 g, Protein 39 g, Fat 30 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 101 mg, Sodium 1102 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 5 g, UnsaturatedFat 19 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKEN CAESAR PASTA TOSS



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Our Test Kitchen sped up Joy Bilbey's pasta, chicken and asparagus medley flavored with Caesar salad dressing so it's even faster to fix. The Holt, Michigan cook created the recipe when looking for a no-hassle dinner to feed her hungry family-it was a hit!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 quarts water
2-1/2 cups uncooked tricolor spiral pasta
1-1/2 cups cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 large tomatoes, chopped
2/3 cup reduced-fat Caesar vinaigrette
3 green onions, chopped
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, bring water to a boil. Add pasta. Return to a boil; cook for 4 minutes. Add asparagus; cook 6-8 minutes longer or until pasta and asparagus are tender. , Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, saute chicken in oil until no longer pink. Remove from the heat. , Drain pasta mixture. Add the chicken, tomatoes and vinaigrette; cook over low heat until heated through. Sprinkle with onions and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 609mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CAESAR CHICKEN PASTA



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Make and share this Caesar Chicken Pasta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MarieRynr

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

7 ounces uncooked dry penne pasta (2 cups)
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
3/4 cup creamy caesar salad dressing
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup chopped green onion
1/4 cup finely chopped red pepper
6 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded (1 1/2 cups)
1 1/2 cups caesar-flavor croutons
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Drain.
  • Meanwhile, combine all remaining ingredients except croutons and Parmesan cheese in large bowl.
  • Add cooked pasta; stir to combine.
  • Spoon pasta mixture into ungreased 2-quart round casserole.
  • Top with croutons and Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until heated through and croutons are golden brown.

CHICKEN CAESAR PASTA SALAD



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Toss grilled chicken, romaine and fresh tomatoes with pasta in a creamy Caesar dressing.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 13

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup Parmesan
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon finely grated garlic
8 ounces penne pasta
One 8-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breast
1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil, plus more for oiling the grill grates
1 1/2 cups shredded romaine lettuce
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
2 medium vine-ripe tomatoes, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Whisk the mayonnaise, Parmesan, sour cream, lemon juice, Worcestershire, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper together in a large bowl.
  • Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Add it to the large bowl and set aside.
  • Prepare a grill or grill pan for medium-high heat. Sprinkle the chicken breast with salt and pepper. Lightly oil the grill grates or grill pan. Grill the chicken, flipping once, until well-marked and the internal temperature registers 165 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer, about 7 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes, then cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
  • Add the grilled chicken, romaine, celery and tomatoes to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.

ONE-POT CAESAR CHICKEN PASTA



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This creamy one-pot angel hair pasta has all the tangy Caesar flavors of Parmesan, garlic and chicken, plus some fresh broccoli to make it a meal.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 carton (32 oz) Progresso™ chicken broth
8 oz angel hair pasta, broken in half
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1 1/2 cups small fresh broccoli florets
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup refrigerated creamy Caesar dressing
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In 4- to 5-quart Dutch oven, add chicken broth, pasta, chicken, broccoli, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
  • Heat to boiling over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium; cook 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of liquid is absorbed.
  • Stir in Caesar dressing; cook 1 to 2 minutes longer or until heated through. Remove from heat; stir in Parmesan cheese. Serve with additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1040 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

MEDITERRANEAN PASTA CAESAR TOSS



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Get creative using convenience items with a fresh take on ravioli. Try this lightened-up pasta toss for an al fresco dinner, or double it for a family picnic. -Libby Walp, Chicago, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese ravioli
1 cup frozen cut green beans, thawed
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
3/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/3 cup reduced-fat creamy Caesar salad dressing
3 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook ravioli according to package directions, adding beans during the last 3 minutes of cooking. Drain., In a serving bowl, combine the ravioli mixture, tomatoes and pepper. Add dressing; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 649mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN CAESAR TOASTS



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Buy Parmesan cheese in a block. Use a grater for the salad cheese and a vegetable peeler for the garnish shavings.

Provided by Ben S.

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken

Time 50m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 cloves garlic
½ cup olive oil, plus
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 12-inch baguettes, cut into 48 1/2-inch thick slices
½ cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus shavings for garnish
3 cups shredded breast from a large rotisserie chicken
Salt and ground black pepper
4 cups baby salad greens, romaine, if possible

Steps:

  • Adjust oven rack to center position and heat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Mince garlic in a food processor or blender. With motor running, slowly add 1/2 cup of the olive oil. Continue to process for about 30 seconds, then strain oil through a fine-mesh strainer. Add 2/3 of the garlic back into the oil, and reserve remaining garlic for the dressing.
  • Arrange bread on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Brush garlic oil over bread. Toast until crisp and golden, about 7 minutes. Meanwhile, whisk mayonnaise, lemon zest and 2 Tbs. lemon juice, Worcestershire, grated Parmesan, and reserved garlic in a small bowl. (It can be covered and refrigerated for several hours.)
  • When ready to serve, toss dressing with chicken; season to taste with salt and pepper. Toss salad with remaining 2 tsps. of olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Drizzle in remaining 1 Tb. lemon juice; toss again. Top each toast with a portion of greens, chicken and a Parmesan shaving. (Toasts can stand uncovered for up to 2 hours.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.2 calories, Carbohydrate 11.2 g, Cholesterol 8.2 mg, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 156.7 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

CHICKEN CAESAR PASTA SALAD



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This is a simple way to make pasta salad. This was originally a baked casserole dish that I though would be great as a pasta salad. I like to use a store-bought roasted chicken and a bag of assorted pasta that has penne, spiral, bowties and shells! You could also try tortellini! I hope you enjoy!

Provided by KPD123

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

7 ounces cooked tri-colored pasta, rinsed with cold water
2 cups rotisserie-cooked chicken, shredded or 2 cups cooked chicken breasts, diced
1 cup caesar salad dressing, Creamy Style
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/3 cup green onion, finely sliced
1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
1 1/2 cups Italian cheese blend, shredded
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
1 cup crouton (I use my Parmesan Garlic Croutons!)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients EXCEPT croutons in a large bowl.
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Toss with croutons before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 544.9, Fat 45.9, SaturatedFat 9.1, Cholesterol 68.3, Sodium 935.6, Carbohydrate 8.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.5, Protein 24

CHICKEN CAESAR PASTA SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: farfalle pasta, chicken, olive oil, salt, pepper, romaine lettuce, grape tomatoes, crouton, parmesan cheese, caesar dressing

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

10 oz farfalle pasta, "bow-tie" pasta
3 breasts chicken
3 tablespoons olive oil
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
2 heads romaine lettuce, cut into 1-2 inch (3cm - 5cm) pieces
1 cup grape tomatoes, cut in half
1 cup crouton
parmesan cheese, to taste
¾ cup caesar dressing

Steps:

  • Boil water, add the pasta, and cook according to package instructions. Drain water, and let the pasta chill.
  • Meanwhile, season each of the chicken breasts with 1 Tbsp. olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Grill for six to eight minutes on each side. Cut the chicken into bite-size pieces.
  • In a large bowl combine pasta, romaine lettuce, tomatoes, chicken, croutons, parmesan, and Caesar dressing. Toss gently.
  • Nutrition Calories: 3059 Fat: 110 grams Carbs: 267 grams Fiber: 22 grams Sugars: 22 grams Protein: 242 grams
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 857 calories, Carbohydrate 67 grams, Fat 43 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 47 grams, Sugar 6 grams

Tips:

  • Using fresh, high-quality ingredients will result in a tastier dish. Look for ripe tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and flavorful Parmesan cheese.
  • Don't overcook the chicken. It should be cooked through but still juicy. Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough.
  • Use a good quality Caesar dressing. You can make your own or use a store-bought brand that you like.
  • If you're using a store-bought croutons, make sure they're fresh and crispy. You can also make your own croutons by toasting bread cubes in the oven.
  • Garnish the salad with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a few twists of black pepper.

Conclusion:

Chicken Caesar pasta toss is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a casual gathering. With its simple ingredients and bold flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying meal, give chicken Caesar pasta toss a try.

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