Introduction
Hello and thank you for joining us in our kitchen where we are about to unleash our culinary skills and create a Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad that will blow everyone’s minds. With a hint of Caesar Salad flavor, this delicious mix of pasta, chicken, and the richness of grilling is just another way to have fun with food. The grill choice is a perfect battle for any food festival, picnic, or just a little satisfying meal. This recipe is sure to satisfy any of your desires. Let’s jump in and get familiar with all the ins and outs of the perfect version of this tasty recipe.
Caesar Saladthe History
While we start the recipe, just a moment to look back at the highly controversial history of the Caesar salad. The Caesar salad, known as the Tijuana creation in the 1920s, was Caesar Cardini, an Italian chef, the one who brought it into the world.
The story goes that once Cardini had used all his available supplies during a rush on this nationalistic holiday, he was the one who invented this dish. With what he had at hand, the stuff made of romaine lettuce, garlic, croutons, Parmesan cheese, oil, and Worcestershire sauce, he put the ingredients together to make the simple but flavorful salad. Now the Caesar salad has become the main dish alongside with other flavored meals and all Caesar lovers everywhere.
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 1 lb (450g) penne pasta
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup croutons
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
For the Dressing:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Pasta
- In medium salted boiling water, bring a large pot to keep high heat.
- Toss in (and mix) the penne pasta and cook for as long as the package instructions indicate until al dente.
- Remove the pasta from the water and wash with cold water being careful not to overcook. Set aside.
Step 2: Flame Grilled Chicken
- Give the chicken a go once let it rest a bit for a few minutes by now, further cut it into thin strips.
Step 3: Dressing:
- Take a small dish, mix mayo, Parmesan, lemon juice, garlic clove, Dijon, mustard, Worcestershire, salt and pepper here, and beat up everything until you get a fluffy, creamy mixture.
Step 4: Just assemble the Salad.
- Mix the cooked noodles in a large mixing bowl with shredded romaine lettuce, chopped cherry tomatoes, croutons, and Parmesan cheese.
- Add the grilled chicken strips to the bowl now.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss with your hand until all the salad is dressed with it.
- If desired, place with fresh parsley to garnish the dish.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy
- Chop up the ingredients of the Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad and distribute them among different plates or bowls.
- Enjoy now bit by bit, and the natural sweet and sour taste of this snack certainly will be a perfect finishing.
Pro Tips
- Bring in some extra taste and grill the chicken breasts in Caesar dressing for 30 minutes before grilling them.
- For your convenience, you can first buy a ready homemade rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken grilled in advance in place of grilling fresh chicken breasts yourself.
- Customize your salad with your choices by adding additional ingredients such as sliced black olives, diced red onion, or avocado slices.
- To prevent waste, prepare the extra dressing that will last up to one week in the refrigerator and use it as a dressing or dipping for vegetables.
Preparation and Service Times
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes:
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: Overall, the remaining 40 minutes.
- Servings: 4-6
Conclusion Of Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
There you are – the delicious Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad made of the only ingredients you need! The blend of grilled chicken which is incredibly tender, crisp romaine leaves, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a dressing which is a touch of Caesar sauce, make this salad an irresistible choice in your diet. Whether you’re having it as a light lunch or using it as a side dish at your next gathering, its taste is one that you simply cannot ignore. This means even serving it to your guests during your next gathering, you can confidently say that this salad has got their attention. Bon appétit! Also follow us on medium.
