Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad for Quick Lunch or Dinner
A creamy Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad made with tender pasta, grilled chicken, crisp romaine, Parmesan cheese, and Caesar dressing for a satisfying cold dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
12 ounces rotini or penne pasta
2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped and washed
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1 cup croutons
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
- Cook and dice chicken if not already prepared.
- In a bowl, whisk mayonnaise, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Parmesan, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine cooled pasta, chicken, lettuce, and tomatoes in a large bowl.
- Add dressing and toss gently to coat all ingredients.
- Fold in Parmesan cheese.
- Add croutons just before serving and mix lightly.
- Chill if needed and stir before serving.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Keep croutons separate until serving to maintain crunch. If the salad appears dry after chilling, add a small amount of dressing before serving.