Caesar Chicken Pasta
Creamy, savory, and irresistibly satisfying, Caesar Chicken Pasta brings the iconic flavors of Caesar salad to a hearty, restaurant-quality dinner. Tender, golden-brown chicken breasts are seasoned to perfection and served atop al dente penne pasta coated in a luscious sauce made with Caesar dressing, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Enhanced with hints of garlic and a buttery richness, this dish is crowned with crunchy crushed croutons and fresh parsley for a delightful contrast in texture and flavor. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is the perfect harmony of comfort food and elevated flair, ideal for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Serve this crowd-pleaser with a side of crisp romaine for a complete meal inspired by classic Caesar elegance.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 1 cup Caesar dressing
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 cup croutons, crushed
Instructions
Season chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes per side or until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from skillet and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
While the chicken cooks, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, drain the pasta, and set aside.
In the same skillet used for the chicken, reduce the heat to medium and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the butter. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute or until fragrant.
Add Caesar dressing and heavy cream to the skillet, stirring to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes, letting the sauce thicken slightly.
Stir in Parmesan cheese and mix until melted and creamy. If needed, thin the sauce with reserved pasta water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat it thoroughly with the sauce.
Top the pasta with sliced chicken, then garnish with fresh parsley, crushed croutons, and additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Caesar Chicken Pasta!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3515 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.5 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.5 g | 217% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 458 mg | 153% | |
| Sodium | 7438 mg | 323% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 417.3 g | 152% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.9 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.0 g | ||
| Protein | 181.0 g | 362% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 624 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 20.5 mg | 114% | |
| Potassium | 1888 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
