This Caesar Pasta Salad is a sponsored recipe written by me on behalf of Newman’s Own for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine.
Do you love bottled salad dressing for recipe shortcuts as much as I do? With a bottle of dressing and a few other ingredients, dinner is as good as done! I love marinating chicken with Italian dressing, and you know I love Ranch on just about everything. I am especially a fan of Newman’s Own salad dressings because they taste great, use wholesome ingredients, and all their profits go to charity! (Yes, ALL!)
Newman’s Own comes in a whole bunch of flavors, so there is really a favorite for every taste and every recipe. A few of their most popular varieties are Ranch (of course), Family Recipe Italian (perfect on everything), Balsamic (a classic), Oil and Vinegar (my kids’ favorite), and the luscious Creamy Caesar that I used in this pasta salad.
I’m normally partial to light dressings because I like to reduce my fat intake (and guilt) when possible, but this salad is an exception. I decided to just go for it with regular dressing, bacon, and eggs for a creamy, decadent Caesar pasta salad. You should go for it too, or you can look for their Light Caesar Dressing and leave out the egg yolks if you need to lighten up the recipe a bit.
What I love about using high quality Newman’s Own dressings when I cook is that they add great flavor but cut down on the number of ingredients I need. You know I’m all about quick and easy, so if I can add salad dressing instead of a long list of seasonings, I’m all for it! Drizzling your favorite dressing on salad greens is also a no-brainer side dish. There’s a flavor to pair perfectly with any meal.
Cool down on a hot day with this quick and easy Caesar pasta salad recipe!
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:41x
Ingredients
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8ounces bite-sized pasta cooked and rinsed with cold water
2 eggs boiled and chopped
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
seasoned salt
6 slices bacon cooked and chopped
1 bunch green onions sliced
2 handfuls grape tomatoes halved or quartered (depending on size)
1/2cup Newman’s Own Creamy Caesar salad dressing
1/2cup low-fat plain yogurt
Instructions
Lightly sprinkle chicken breasts with seasoned salt. Spray a skillet with cooking spray, and heat over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for about 7-8 minutes per side or until juices run clear and internal temperature reaches 160 degrees. Allow to cool slightly before dicing into bite-sized pieces.
While the chicken cooks, chop your green onions and tomatoes. (I also cook my bacon in the microwave during this step, but cook yours however you like.) Whisk together dressing and yogurt in a large serving bowl.
Gently stir all other ingredients into the salad dressing mixture until well coated. Enjoy immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
The key to getting this recipe done in 30 minutes is doing things simultaneously. Start heating the water for the pasta and eggs first, and cover the pots so it will boil faster. Cook the chicken and bacon while the pasta cooks, and do your chopping while everything is cooking. It will be a busy 20-30 minutes in the kitchen, but it will be worth it when you taste the first bite of creamy salad!
Author:Andi
Prep Time:15
Cook Time:15
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Andi Gleeson
16 comments
Cathy@LemonTreeDwelling
9 years ago
We LOVE Newman’s dressing! And I’m pretty sure I could eat ALL of this pasta salad…looks so good!
Andi Gleeson
9 years ago
I have to admit that I ate way too much of this pasta salad myself. Thanks so much, Cathy!
Nutmeg Nanny
9 years ago
I love Newman’s Own! Plus the addition of chicken in this pasta salad makes it perfect for hot summer day dinner….yum!
Andi Gleeson
9 years ago
Me too! Thank you! :)
Liz
9 years ago
Yum – thank you Andi and have a great day and weekend!
Andi Gleeson
9 years ago
Thank you, Liz! You too!
Ashlyn @ Belle of the Kitchen
9 years ago
Andi, I could seriously eat that whole bowl all by myself! It looks amazing!
Andi Gleeson
9 years ago
It’s dangerous for sure, Ashlyn. Thank you! :)
Becky | The Cookie Rookie
9 years ago
You posted this just in time for Fourth of July BBQs! I can’t wait to make it!
Andi Gleeson
9 years ago
Thanks so much, Becky!!
Justine | Cooking and Beer
9 years ago
This is SUCH A FUN spin on a recipe that can get sooo boring! Love this!
Andi Gleeson
9 years ago
Thanks so much, Justine!
Michelle @ Blackberry Babe
9 years ago
I love the idea of using Caesar salad dressing in a pasta salad. So easy! And I love Newman’s Own, delish!
Andi Gleeson
9 years ago
Thanks, Michelle! I still can’t believe they donate all their profits. I’m so proud to support them!
Kate @ Diethood
9 years ago
I just love love love caesar salads! BUT then you add chicken and bacon and eggs and Newman’s Own?!? Oh, girl, you’re speakin’ my food language!!!
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16 comments
We LOVE Newman’s dressing! And I’m pretty sure I could eat ALL of this pasta salad…looks so good!
I have to admit that I ate way too much of this pasta salad myself. Thanks so much, Cathy!
I love Newman’s Own! Plus the addition of chicken in this pasta salad makes it perfect for hot summer day dinner….yum!
Me too! Thank you! :)
Yum – thank you Andi and have a great day and weekend!
Thank you, Liz! You too!
Andi, I could seriously eat that whole bowl all by myself! It looks amazing!
It’s dangerous for sure, Ashlyn. Thank you! :)
You posted this just in time for Fourth of July BBQs! I can’t wait to make it!
Thanks so much, Becky!!
This is SUCH A FUN spin on a recipe that can get sooo boring! Love this!
Thanks so much, Justine!
I love the idea of using Caesar salad dressing in a pasta salad. So easy! And I love Newman’s Own, delish!
Thanks, Michelle! I still can’t believe they donate all their profits. I’m so proud to support them!
I just love love love caesar salads! BUT then you add chicken and bacon and eggs and Newman’s Own?!? Oh, girl, you’re speakin’ my food language!!!
Thanks, Kate! Wish I could serve you a bowl!