Description
Whip up a delightful Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad in just 20 minutes, perfect for any occasion! This meal-in-a-bowl brings together tender pasta, crisp Romaine, savory chicken, and a zesty homemade dressing that elevates the flavors. Whether it’s for a casual lunch or a summer barbecue, this crowd-pleasing dish serves 10 and is both satisfying and nutritious. Packed with protein and vitamins, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz. uncooked pasta (like rotini or penne)
- 2 hearts of Romaine lettuce
- Shredded rotisserie chicken or chopped chicken breasts
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
- 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: Croutons and additional Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in boiling salted water until al dente; drain and cool under cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise, garlic, anchovy paste, and Parmesan until smooth.
- Combine cooled pasta with chopped Romaine and shredded chicken in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over and mix well.
- Serve immediately or chill before serving. Top with croutons and extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 35mg