Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

Ingredients

Chicken:

• 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1 Tbsp. olive oil
• garlic powder to taste
• salt and cracked black pepper to taste

Pasta Salad:

• 12 oz. 3/4 of 16oz. box dry penne pasta
• 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
• 1 cup garlic herb croutons
• 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
• 6 slices crispy cooked Hickory smoked bacon crumbled
• lemon wedges

Dressing:

• 1 cup mayo
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tsp. minced garlic
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
• 1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
• 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
• 3 Tbsp. fresh squeezed lemon juice
• salt and cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients until completely blended.
2. Cover and refrigerate.
3. Oil and season chicken breast and grill over medium heat until fully cooked, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Rest until cooled.
4. Cook paste according to packages’ al dente instructions. Strain and run under cold water.
5. Drain well.
6. Add pasta, chicken, lettuce, croutons, cheese, and crumbled bacon to a large bowl and toss.
7. Add desired amount of dressing and toss until combined and coated.
8. Serve immediately.
9. ENJOY!