Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad, a refreshing twist on the classic Caesar salad that’s perfect for summer gatherings. This creamy dish combines tender chicken, hearty fusilli pasta, and crisp romaine lettuce, all enveloped in a rich dressing made with Greek yogurt and zesty lemon juice. Whether you’re enjoying a picnic, hosting a barbecue, or preparing a family dinner, this salad is sure to impress with its satisfying texture and vibrant ingredients. Quick to prepare and easily customizable, it’s not just a meal; it’s an experience everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces uncooked fusilli pasta
- 2 cooked chicken breasts (chopped)
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook fusilli according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large serving bowl, combine cooled pasta with chopped chicken, romaine lettuce, and cherry tomatoes. Add half the dressing and toss well.
- Sprinkle remaining Parmesan cheese on top and optionally drizzle more dressing before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 65mg