Description
Whip up a fresh and delicious Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad in just 20 minutes—perfect for lunch, dinner, or any gathering! This easy recipe combines rotini pasta, tender chicken, crisp Romaine lettuce, and a creamy homemade dressing featuring zesty lemon and savory Parmesan. The vibrant flavors and customizable toppings make this salad a crowd-pleaser that’s both satisfying and nutritious. Whether enjoyed as a main dish or a delightful side, it’s sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz. uncooked rotini or penne pasta
- 2 hearts of Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup shredded rotisserie chicken
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in boiling salted water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise, minced garlic, anchovy paste, and Parmesan until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, chopped Romaine, and shredded chicken. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Serve in bowls topped with extra Parmesan and optional croutons.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg