Creamy Chicken Tortellini Caesar Salad

Creamy Chicken Tortellini Caesar Salad

Our favorite take on a classic Caesar salad! My Tortellini Caesar Salad is loaded with fresh cheese-stuffed tortellini, crisp romaine, tons of crunchy homemade croutons, grilled chicken, my two-minute salad dressing, and fresh parmesan shavings!

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Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
35 mins

Ingredients:

• 1 (9-ounce) package tortellini pasta (such as 4 cheese)
• 6 sliced french bread, day old is best (or even two)
• 3 tablespoons melted butter
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• a big pinch of salt
• 2-3 hearts of romaine lettuce, chopped
• 14 ounces cooked grilled chicken, diced or sliced
• 1 batch Caesar dressing (homemade or store-bought)
• shaved parmesan, for serving

Directions:

1. CROUTONS: Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 325ºF. When the oven is done heating, line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a sheet of foil. Place the slices next to each other on the baking sheet and bake the bread for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through. Older bread (staler) will take less time to crisp up while fresh bread will most likely require the full 20 and maybe a little more. Remove the bread from the oven. Add the melted butter, garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon of salt to a medium bowl and stir to combine. When the bread is cool enough to handle, dice or break the bread into small pieces. Toss in the prepared garlic butter and places back on the lined baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 5-8 minutes or until the bread is crispy and golden. Remove and set aside and allow to cool.
2. PASTA: While the bread is baking, heat a large pot of water and allow it to come to a boil. Cook the tortellini according to package directions, drain and toss it a bit of olive oil to keep them from sticking, set aside.
3. SERVE: Place the chopped romaine in a large bowl (if you’re serving this family style.) Top with the cooked tortellini, the sliced/diced chicken and as much dressing as you’d like. I would add ½ and then adjust the dressing according to preference. Top with croutons, shaved parmesan, and serve immediately!

Notes:

see the post for my favorite chicken marinade recipe.

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