TikTok Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad Recipe: A Flavorful Twist on Classic Favorites
TikTok Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad is a fresh and flavorful recipe combining grilled chicken, crunchy romaine lettuce, creamy Caesar dressing, and pasta for a complete meal.
Ingredients
For the dressing:
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
- ⅓ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
For the pasta salad:
- 8 oz. uncooked pasta such as rotini or penne
- 2 hearts of Romaine lettuce
- Shredded rotisserie chicken or chopped chicken breasts
- Croutons optional
- Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- 1. Make the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise, minced garlic, and anchovy paste until well combined. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Set the dressing aside while you make the salad.
- 2. Make the pasta salad: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain the pasta and transfer it to a large serving bowl.
- 3. Prepare the Romaine: Cut the Romaine hearts into 1-inch pieces and add them along with your protein of choice (shredded rotisserie chicken or chopped chicken breasts) to the pasta bowl.
- 4. Assemble the salad: Add the prepared dressing to the bowl and toss everything to combine. Add croutons (optional) and garnish with Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately or refrigerate, covered, until ready to serve.
Notes
For a delicious twist, use cheesy tortellini!
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 850mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
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