Description
A comforting fusion of creamy Caesar dressing and tender chicken enveloping angel hair pasta, topped with vibrant herbs and crispy capers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces angel hair pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 tablespoons capers
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the angel hair pasta: Begin by boiling water in a large pot. Add the angel hair pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain carefully using a colander, allowing the excess water to escape. Set aside.
- Mix the ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, Caesar dressing, grated Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and capers. Stir well to combine, ensuring each piece of chicken is coated with the creamy dressing.
- Combine with pasta: Gently add the drained pasta to the mixing bowl. Toss everything together until the pasta is fully coated in the dressing and garnished with the other ingredients.
- Season: Taste your creation, then season with salt and pepper according to your preference.
- Serve and garnish: Serve your Chicken Caesar Pasta warm, garnished with fresh parsley for an aromatic finish.
Notes
Opt for rotisserie chicken to save time. This dish can be customized with shrimp or chickpeas for a vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Chicken Caesar Pasta, creamy pasta, quick dinner, Caesar dressing