Description
Whip up a delightful Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad in just 20 minutes! This refreshing meal-in-a-bowl combines tender chicken, crisp romaine, and rotini pasta, all coated in a creamy homemade dressing that bursts with flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or casual gatherings, this dish will impress both family and friends. With its customizable ingredients and quick preparation time, it’s an ideal choice for those seeking a satisfying yet healthy option. Enjoy the harmony of flavors in every bite while knowing you’re serving a nutritious meal that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz uncooked pasta (rotini or penne)
- 2 hearts of Romaine lettuce
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Shredded rotisserie chicken or chopped chicken breasts
- Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, anchovy paste, and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Chop the Romaine into bite-sized pieces. Add cooled pasta and shredded chicken to the dressing; toss to combine.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with extra Parmesan and croutons if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg