Description
Whip up a delightful Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad that brings the beloved flavors of a classic Caesar salad into a hearty, satisfying dish. This vibrant recipe combines tender pasta, crisp Romaine lettuce, and juicy rotisserie chicken, all enveloped in a creamy homemade dressing that can be prepared in just 20 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this versatile salad can serve as a main course or a side dish. With fresh ingredients and customizable options, you can easily make it your own. Enjoy a burst of flavor and texture in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz. uncooked pasta (rotini or penne)
- 2 hearts of Romaine lettuce
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- Shredded rotisserie chicken
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot, add the pasta, and cook until al dente. Drain and allow to cool slightly.
- Make the dressing: In a mixing bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise, anchovy paste, minced garlic, and Parmesan until smooth.
- Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with chopped Romaine and shredded chicken. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Serve: Top with croutons and extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg