Chicken Caesar Pasta Nests Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes

This Chicken Caesar Pasta Nests Recipe combines the classic flavors of a Caesar salad with tender pasta and juicy chicken. It’s a delightful dish that is both satisfying and easy to prepare, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner.

The recipe features pasta nests filled with a creamy Caesar dressing, grilled chicken, and topped with Parmesan cheese, providing a delicious twist on traditional chicken recipes.

Delicious Chicken Caesar Pasta Nests

These pasta nests are made by shaping cooked pasta into nests, then filling them with a mixture of grilled chicken, Caesar dressing, and cheese. The dish is baked until golden and bubbly, serving about 4 people in just under an hour.

Ingredients

8 ounces fettuccine or spaghetti
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
1/2 cup Caesar dressing
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Cook the Pasta: Boil the fettuccine or spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, Caesar dressing, half of the Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Shape the Nests: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a muffin tin. Take small portions of the cooked pasta and shape them into nests in each muffin cup.
Fill the Nests: Spoon the chicken mixture into each pasta nest, pressing down gently. Top with the remaining Parmesan cheese.
Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the nests are golden.
Serve: Let cool slightly before removing from the muffin tin. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.