Description
Whip up a delicious Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad that’s perfect for any occasion! This refreshing meal-in-a-bowl combines tender pasta, savory chicken, and a creamy homemade dressing that captures the classic Caesar flavor. Ideal for summer barbecues, packed lunches, or quick weeknight dinners, this dish is not only vibrant but also easy to prepare. With its delightful blend of textures and flavors, you’ll find yourself reaching for this recipe time and again!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz. uncooked rotini or penne pasta
- 2 hearts of Romaine lettuce
- Shredded rotisserie chicken or chopped chicken breasts
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
- 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- Croutons (optional)
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise, minced garlic, anchovy paste, and Parmesan until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, chopped Romaine hearts, and shredded chicken. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- Serve topped with additional Parmesan and croutons if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg