Description
Whip up a delightful Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad that marries the classic flavors of Caesar salad with hearty pasta. This vibrant dish combines tender chicken, crisp Romaine lettuce, and a creamy homemade dressing for a refreshing meal any day of the week. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or quick weeknight dinners, this pasta salad is both satisfying and healthy. With just 20 minutes of prep time, it’s an ideal choice for busy schedules. Impress your family and friends with this easy-to-make recipe that’s sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz uncooked pasta (rotini or penne)
- 2 hearts Romaine lettuce (chopped)
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Shredded rotisserie chicken
- Parmesan cheese (for serving)
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
- 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, lemon juice, mayonnaise, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, anchovy paste, and Parmesan until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with chopped Romaine and shredded chicken. Pour dressing over and toss to coat.
- Serve immediately or chill before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg