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The Ultimate 30-Minute Creamy Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

Close-up of a white bowl filled with chicken caesar pasta salad, featuring rotini pasta, grilled chicken chunks, romaine lettuce, and grated Parmesan.
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Make this quick and easy Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad for a satisfying meal. It features tender chicken, crisp romaine, and pasta tossed in a rich, homemade Caesar dressing, ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound rotini or farfalle pasta
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
  • 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup croutons or garlic breadcrumbs (optional)
  • For the Dressing:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice, fresh
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta and rinse briefly with cold water to cool it down. Set aside.
  2. Prepare the homemade Caesar dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth.
  3. Stir in the 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese into the dressing. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, shredded chicken, and chopped romaine lettuce.
  5. Pour the creamy Caesar dressing over the pasta mixture. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
  6. Fold in the 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
  7. If using, add croutons or garlic breadcrumbs just before serving for maximum crunch.
  8. Serve immediately, or chill for later meal prep.

Notes

  • For faster preparation, use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken.
  • You can make the dressing up to three days ahead and store it in the refrigerator.
  • If you prefer a tangier dressing, add a small splash of white wine vinegar along with the lemon juice.
  • This salad holds up well for lunch meal prep if you add the croutons right before eating.

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