Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
Whip up a delightful Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad in just 20 minutes! This refreshing dish combines tender pasta, rotisserie chicken, and crisp Romaine lettuce, all tossed in a creamy homemade dressing that packs a flavorful punch. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners or as a crowd-pleaser at gatherings, this salad is versatile and easy to customize with your favorite ingredients. Enjoy it chilled for a satisfying meal that’s both nutritious and delicious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 oz uncooked pasta (rotini or penne)
- 2 hearts of Romaine lettuce
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, anchovy paste, minced garlic, and Parmesan until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chopped Romaine lettuce, and shredded chicken. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Serve chilled, garnished with croutons and extra Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (230g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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