Description
This Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad combines the classic flavors of a Caesar salad with pasta and chicken for a hearty and satisfying meal. Perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner, this salad is easy to make and full of delicious flavors.
Ingredients
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For the dressing:
- 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
For the pasta salad:
- 8 oz. uncooked pasta, such as rotini or penne
- 2 hearts of Romaine
- Shredded rotisserie chicken or chopped chicken breasts
- Croutons (optional)
- Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
- Make the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire, mayonnaise, minced garlic, and anchovy paste until well combined. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and 1/4 teaspoon pepper then set the dressing aside while you make the salad.
- Make the pasta salad: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain the pasta and transfer it to a large serving bowl. Cut the Romaine hearts into 1-inch pieces then add them and your protein of choice to the bowl with the pasta. Add the prepared dressing and toss to combine. Add the croutons (optional) and garnish with Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately or refrigerate, covered, until ready to serve.
Notes
- For a delicious twist, use cheesy tortellini!
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Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 277 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 231mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 39mg
