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Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad Recipe

Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad combines tender chicken, pasta, crisp romaine, and creamy Caesar dressing.
Perfect for quick lunches, meal prep, and summer gatherings.
Ready in just 25 minutes with simple ingredients.

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing

  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
  • 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the Pasta Salad

  • 8 oz uncooked pasta rotini or penne
  • 2 hearts romaine lettuce
  • Shredded rotisserie chicken or chopped cooked chicken breasts
  • Croutons optional
  • Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise, garlic, and anchovy paste until smooth and creamy.
  • Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and black pepper. Set the dressing aside.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until al dente according to package instructions, about 10 minutes.
  • Drain the pasta and transfer it to a large serving bowl. Let it cool slightly.
  • Chop the romaine hearts into bite-sized pieces.
  • Add the romaine lettuce and cooked chicken to the bowl with the pasta.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated.
  • Top the Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad with croutons and extra Parmesan cheese before serving.
  • Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.

Notes

  • You can use grilled chicken instead of rotisserie chicken.
  • Penne, bowtie, or rotini pasta all work well.
  • Add crispy turkey ham for extra protein and flavor.
  • Serve chilled for summer gatherings or picnics.