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Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

Savor the Flavor: Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad Perfection

Enjoy a delightful Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad that combines tender chicken, crunchy romaine, and a creamy dressing with rotini pasta.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Rotini Pasta Any similar pasta shape can work, but rotini is preferred for its texture.
For the Chicken
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Can also pan-sear fresh chicken breasts; for a vegetarian option, consider chickpeas.
For the Greens
  • 4 cups Romaine Lettuce Kale can be used for a bolder flavor.
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Sour cream or blended silken tofu can lighten it up.
  • 1/4 cup Plain Greek Yogurt Use more mayonnaise if Greek yogurt is unavailable.
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Consider Pecorino Romano for a sharper flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Fresh lime juice works as a great alternative.
  • 1 tsp Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can work in a pinch.
  • 1 clove Minced Garlic Garlic powder can be substituted, but use less due to its potency.
For the Crunch
  • 1/2 cup Croutons Use store-bought or homemade croutons as you prefer.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. Once at a rolling boil, add rotini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water, then leave to drain completely.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine ½ cup mayonnaise, ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt, ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and 1 minced garlic clove. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled rotini pasta, 2 cups of shredded cooked chicken, and 4 cups of chopped romaine lettuce. Pour the creamy dressing over the top, and gently toss all the ingredients until evenly coated.
  4. Add ½ cup of croutons before serving, and toss lightly again to maintain their crunch. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Taste the dressing first and adjust seasoning as needed. Add croutons just before serving to keep them crisp. Rinse cooked rotini under cold water to prevent mushiness.

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