Caesar Chicken Salad (Printable Format)
A delicious mix combining Caesar flavors and pasta with romaine, garlic breadcrumbs, and tender chicken for a complete dish.
# Needed Ingredients:
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12 ounces chopped Romaine hearts (about 3).
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1/2 cup crispy Panko breadcrumbs.
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1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts.
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1 tablespoon melted butter.
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1 1/2 cups creamy Caesar dressing.
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Sprinkle of Parmesan for garnish.
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Pinch of salt and black pepper to season.
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3 cups cooked farfalle pasta.
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1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking.
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2 crushed garlic cloves.
# Preparation Steps:
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Rub chicken with salt and pepper. Heat up oil, cook 4-5 minutes on each side. Let sit for 5-10 minutes. Slice up.
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Heat butter in a pan, toss in garlic. Stir in breadcrumbs, season lightly, then cook 2-3 minutes until they turn golden. Cool and set aside.
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Cook farfalle in salted boiling water till just right (al dente). Drain and rinse with cold water to cool off.
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In a big bowl, toss the pasta, lettuce, chicken, and dressing together. Sprinkle breadcrumbs and cheese on top. Serve chilled or enjoy immediately.
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Bring a big pot of salted water to the boil for pasta cooking.
# Supplementary Details:
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Tastes best when served right away.
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Rotisserie chicken works just as well.
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Keep breadcrumbs separate until eating.
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Add in the lettuce right before serving so it stays crisp.
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Perfect dish for warm weather days.
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Make each part ahead to save time.