Go Back
+ servings
Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

Enjoy a quick and delicious Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad that features a homemade dressing, perfect for a refreshing meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 10 servings
Calories 277 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • large pot
  • Large serving bowl

Ingredients
  

Dressing

  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • ¾ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
  • cup finely grated Parmesan cheese

Pasta Salad

  • 8 oz. uncooked pasta, such as rotini or penne
  • 2 hearts Romaine lettuce
  • 1 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 ¼ 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!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 277kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 39mgSodium: 231mgPotassium: 208mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2015IUVitamin C: 2.4mgCalcium: 59mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Caesar Salad, Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad, chicken salad, Easy Meal, Pasta Salad, Quick Recipe
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!