Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad (Print-Friendly Version)
Hearty chicken, crisp greens, parmesan, and pasta tossed with a zesty, creamy Caesar-inspired dressing.
# Ingredients:
→ Dressing
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2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
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2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
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2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
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180 millilitres mayonnaise
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2 teaspoons minced garlic
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1 teaspoon anchovy paste
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30 grams finely grated Parmesan cheese
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0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Pasta Salad
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225 grams uncooked pasta, such as rotini or penne
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2 Romaine lettuce hearts
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300 grams shredded rotisserie chicken or chopped cooked chicken breast
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Croutons, as desired
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Parmesan cheese, for serving
# Steps:
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In a medium bowl, whisk Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise, minced garlic, anchovy paste, and black pepper until smooth. Stir in the finely grated Parmesan cheese and set aside.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook for 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain thoroughly and transfer to a large serving bowl.
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Cut the Romaine hearts into 2.5-centimetre pieces. Add the chopped lettuce and shredded chicken to the bowl with the cooked pasta.
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Add the prepared dressing to the salad ingredients and toss until evenly coated. Top with croutons if desired and extra Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately or refrigerate covered until serving.
# Notes & Tips:
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For a creative twist, substitute the pasta with cheesy tortellini.