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Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

Ultimate Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad: Fresh, Flavorful, Fun!

This Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad is a fresh twist on a classic favorite, perfectly combining taste and nutrition.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Romaine Lettuce Chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 8 oz Penne Pasta Cook until al dente
  • 2 breasts Skinless Chicken Breasts Grilled and sliced
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 2 Tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice For tanginess
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced or roasted
  • 1 Tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 1 Tbsp Halal-Certified Worcestershire Sauce Ensure it's anchovy-free
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper Adjust seasoning as preferred
For Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Croutons Homemade or store-bought
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Parsley For garnish
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • grill or grill pan
  • Medium Bowl
  • large mixing bowl
  • Colander

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook for 9-11 minutes or until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. Wash and chop the Romaine lettuce. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, grill for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through, then slice.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth. Gradually mix in grated Parmesan.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, chopped salad, sliced chicken, and half of the remaining Parmesan. Pour dressing over and toss to coat.
  5. Top with optional croutons, parsley, and cherry tomatoes. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time. Store components separately to maintain freshness.

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