Here’s a refreshing and creamy Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad recipe, combining the classic Caesar flavors with hearty pasta for a delicious meal or side dish!
Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked pasta (penne, rotini, or bowtie), cooled
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
- ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup croutons (optional for extra crunch)
Caesar Dressing:
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Prepare the Dressing:
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasonings to taste.
- Assemble the Salad:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, chicken, cherry tomatoes, romaine lettuce, and shredded Parmesan.
- Toss with Dressing:
- Pour the Caesar dressing over the salad ingredients and toss until everything is well-coated.
- Add the Finishing Touches:
- Add croutons for crunch just before serving, if desired.
- Serve:
- Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for 1–2 hours to let the flavors meld. Serve chilled.
This Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad is perfect for picnics, meal prep, or an easy dinner. Enjoy!