Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
Directions
- 1Pound chicken breasts thinly.
- 2Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- 3Sear chicken until 155F internal, then let it rest to reach 165F.
- 4Make Caesar dressing by combining mayo, Dijon mustard, grated garlic, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, anchovy paste (optional), Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
- 5Chop romaine lettuce into big chunks and wash and dry it thoroughly.
- 6Cube up white bread.
- 7Toss bread cubes in olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt.
- 8Bake bread cubes in the oven at 350F for about 20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- 9Cook pasta according to package directions.
- 10Combine cooked pasta, chicken, Caesar dressing, lettuce, and croutons in a bowl.
- 11Garnish with Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp paprika
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 lemon
- 1 cup mayo
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp anchovy paste
- 0.5 cup Parmesan
- 3 Romaine lettuce hearts
- 8 oz pasta
- 1 loaf white bread
- 1 cup olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Equipment
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