Description
A delightful dish that combines the classic flavors of Caesar salad with the comfort of pasta, topped with juicy chicken and zesty lemon.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz angel hair pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 1 cup Caesar dressing
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the angel hair pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and drizzle with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Combine the drained pasta, diced chicken, Caesar dressing, grated Parmesan cheese, capers, and fresh lemon juice in a large mixing bowl. Toss gently to combine.
- Season the pasta with salt and pepper as desired.
- Serve the pasta warm, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.
Notes
This dish is great for make-ahead meals; store ingredients separately and mix before serving for freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg