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Simple Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

Simple Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad That Everyone Will Love

A delightful Simple Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad, featuring grilled chicken, creamy dressing, and crunchy croutons, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Rotisserie or cooked chicken, can substitute with turkey or tofu
  • 8 ounces Pasta Rotini or penne, consider gluten-free or chickpea pasta
  • 4 cups Romaine Lettuce Can substitute with kale or spinach
  • 1 cup Croutons Swap for toasted nuts or seeds for gluten-free option
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard
  • 1 each Lemon Juiced
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Anchovy Paste
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Use nutritional yeast for dairy-free

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Colander
  • pot
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, anchovy paste, minced garlic, and mayonnaise. Season with black pepper and blend until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook for about 10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  3. Dice cooked chicken into 1-inch chunks and chop romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Wash lettuce thoroughly before chopping.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta, diced chicken, and chopped romaine. Drizzle the Caesar dressing over the mixture and toss gently until well coated.
  5. Just before serving, add croutons and extra Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately or refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal texture, allow the pasta to cool completely and dress just before serving. Customize with favorite veggies if desired.

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