Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad Recipe
Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad is a creamy, fresh dish made with chicken, pasta, and crisp lettuce.It’s quick to prepare and perfect for lunch or dinner.A delicious twist on the classic Caesar salad.
Ingredients
For the Dressing:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Zest and juice of 1 large lemon
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
For the Salad:
- 8 oz dry fusilli pasta
- 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce or kale
- 3 cups cooked chopped chicken
- 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 avocado diced (optional)
- ⅓ cup shaved Parmesan cheese
- Optional toppings: roasted chickpeas toasted pine nuts, pumpkin seeds, or croutons
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together mayonnaise, Parmesan, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, Dijon mustard, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chopped lettuce, chicken, cherry tomatoes, and avocado if using.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Sprinkle shaved Parmesan on top and add optional toppings before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute Greek yogurt for part of the mayonnaise for a lighter dressing.
- Add grilled corn or cucumbers for extra freshness.
- Serve chilled for best flavor.