Description
Whip up a delightful Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad that combines tender chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, and a creamy dressing with al dente pasta for a satisfying meal. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or picnics and takes just 20 minutes to prepare! The homemade dressing provides a fresh burst of flavor that everyone will love. Customize it with your favorite veggies or proteins for a unique twist. Enjoy this salad chilled or at room temperature, making it a versatile option for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz. uncooked rotini or penne pasta
- 2 hearts of Romaine lettuce
- Shredded rotisserie chicken or chopped chicken breasts
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese (omit if dairy-free)
- Optional: croutons and additional Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, lemon juice, mayonnaise, minced garlic, and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, chopped romaine hearts, and shredded chicken. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately topped with croutons and extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg