Description
Whip up a delicious Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad in just 20 minutes! This refreshing dish combines the classic flavors of Caesar salad with tender pasta and succulent chicken, all drizzled in a creamy homemade dressing. Perfect for busy weeknights, picnics, or potlucks, this salad is sure to impress family and friends. With its vibrant ingredients like crisp Romaine lettuce and rich Parmesan cheese, it offers a satisfying meal that you can customize to your liking. Make it a hit at your next gathering or enjoy it as an easy lunch option!
Ingredients
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- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
- 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz. uncooked pasta (rotini or penne)
- 2 hearts of Romaine lettuce
- Shredded rotisserie chicken
- Croutons (optional)
- Parmesan cheese (for serving)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and cool.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, lemon juice, mayonnaise, minced garlic, anchovy paste, and Parmesan until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, chopped Romaine hearts, and shredded chicken.
- Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss gently until well coated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg