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30-Minute Creamy Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

Close-up of creamy chicken caesar pasta salad featuring rigatoni, shredded chicken, and green lettuce, topped with Parmesan.
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Make this quick and creamy Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad for a satisfying weeknight dinner or easy meal prep. It features tender chicken, crisp romaine, and a simple homemade Caesar dressing.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound rotini pasta
  • 2 cups cooked, chopped chicken breast
  • 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup water (or more, for thinning)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup croutons (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package directions. Drain the pasta and rinse with cold water to cool it quickly. Set aside.
  2. Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and mayonnaise. Add water slowly until you reach your desired creamy consistency. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chopped chicken, and chopped romaine lettuce.
  4. Pour the Caesar dressing over the pasta mixture. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese.
  6. If using, add the croutons just before serving to keep them crisp.
  7. Chill for at least 15 minutes before serving for best flavor, or serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can grill or pan-fry chicken breasts ahead of time to speed up the process.
  • For meal prep, store the croutons separately and add them right before eating to prevent sogginess.
  • If you prefer a tangier dressing, add a small dash of anchovy paste when mixing the dressing ingredients.

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