Description
A refreshing chicken Caesar pasta salad that combines classic Caesar flavors with hearty pasta, making it a perfect dish for gatherings and picnics.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz. uncooked pasta (rotini or penne)
- 2 hearts of Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup shredded rotisserie chicken
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: Croutons for topping
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until it’s al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Make the dressing by whisking together the Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, mayonnaise, and grated Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Combine the cooled pasta with the dressing and toss until well-coated, then gently fold in the chopped Romaine and shredded chicken.
- Serve immediately or chill for about 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
Notes
Store leftover salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. For the best taste, eat it within a couple of days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: chicken, pasta salad, Caesar salad, summer recipes, quick meals