This Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad combines the classic flavors of Caesar salad with pasta for a delicious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Dressing
2teaspoonsdijon mustard
2tablespoonsfresh lemon juice
2teaspoonsworcestershire sauce
3/4cupmayonnaise
2teaspoonsminced garlic
1teaspoonanchovy paste
1/3cupfinely grated parmesan cheese
Pasta
8oz.uncooked pasta, such as rotini or penne
Salad
2heartsof romaine
Protein
to tasteshredded rotisserie chicken or chopped chicken fillets
Optional
to tastecroutons((optional))
to tasteparmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
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 set aside.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain and transfer 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 croutons if desired and garnish with Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
For added flavor, consider using homemade croutons.