Description
Whip up a delightful Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad in just 20 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This refreshing dish features tender pasta, crisp Romaine, and shredded chicken all tossed in a creamy homemade Caesar dressing that elevates the flavors well beyond any store-bought version. Whether served as a main course or a side dish at barbecues and potlucks, this versatile salad is sure to impress your family and friends. Easy to customize with your favorite ingredients, it’s also a fantastic meal prep option that tastes great even after a day in the fridge.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz. uncooked rotini or penne pasta
- 2 hearts of Romaine lettuce
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Shredded rotisserie chicken
- Optional: Croutons and fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and anchovy paste. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese.
- Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente (about 10 minutes). Drain and transfer to a serving bowl.
- Chop the Romaine into bite-sized pieces and add to the pasta along with shredded chicken. Pour in the dressing and toss until everything is well coated.
- Top with croutons and additional Parmesan if desired. Serve immediately or chill until ready to enjoy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg