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Chicken Tortellini Caesar

This easy Tortellini Caesar Salad is the ultimate recipe mash-up full of delicious flavors everyone loves. It's perfect for a quick dinner, easy side, potlucks or any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer, dinner, lunch
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 9 oz cheese tortellini
  • 2 chicken breasts, grilled
  • 5 cups romaine lettuce
  • ¼ cup sunflower seeds
  • ½ cup shaved or grated parmesan cheese
  • salt and pepper
Homemade Caesar Dressing
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup mayo
  • 2 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1-2 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • juice of half of a lemon
  • 1-2 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon pepper

Method
 

  1. 1. Season your chicken with salt and pepper and grill or bake until done. Slice into bite sized pieces and place in a large bowl.
    2. While the chicken is cooking, cook the tortellini according to the package directions, drain and let cool before placing in the bowl with chicken.
    3. Add the chopped Romaine lettuce, sunflower seeds, and shaved Parmesan cheese.
    4. To make the dressing, add all the ingredients to a blender or food processor except for the olive oil. Mix on low speed and slowly add in the olive oil a tablespoon at a time. Blend well and store in an air container.
    5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss until the salad is well coated. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Storage:
  • For leftovers, we recommend storing the lettuce and croutons, tortellini, and leftover dressing separately in airtight containers in the fridge for 2-3 days. We don't recommend storing the pasta salad all together, as the lettuce and croutons can turn soggy.
Tips:
  • You can prep the tortellini and dressing in advance to save time, then assemble the salad when you're ready to serve.