Description
Whip up a creamy and flavorful Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad in just 20 minutes! This delightful dish combines tender rotini pasta, juicy chicken, and crisp Romaine lettuce, all tossed in a homemade Caesar dressing that elevates the classic flavors. Whether you’re preparing it for a quick weeknight meal, a picnic, or a potluck, this pasta salad is sure to impress with its fresh ingredients and satisfying taste. Enjoy it warm or chilled, making it a versatile option for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz uncooked rotini or penne pasta
- 2 hearts of Romaine lettuce
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
- 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, lemon juice, mayonnaise, anchovy paste, and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Chop the Romaine into bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, chopped Romaine, and shredded chicken. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- Serve immediately or chill for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg