Description
Whip up a delicious Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad in just 20 minutes, featuring a creamy homemade dressing that elevates this dish beyond the ordinary. Perfect for busy weeknights, backyard gatherings, or picnics, this meal-in-a-bowl combines tender chicken, al dente pasta, and crisp Romaine lettuce for a satisfying and nutritious experience. The versatility of this salad means you can customize it with your favorite ingredients or use what you have on hand. Serve it family-style or in individual bowls for a polished presentation that will impress your guests. Enjoy every bite of this flavorful dish that’s as delightful as it is easy to make.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz uncooked pasta (rotini or penne)
- 2 hearts of Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup shredded rotisserie chicken
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise, minced garlic, anchovy paste, and grated Parmesan until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with shredded chicken and chopped Romaine lettuce.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated.
- Serve with croutons and extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 50mg