Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked rotini or penne pasta, cooled
- 3 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 2 grilled chicken breasts, sliced or cubed
- 1 cup croutons
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Dressing Ingredients (Homemade Option):
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp anchovy paste (optional)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and olive oil; grill or pan-sear until cooked, then slice or cube.
- Wash and chop romaine lettuce.
- Prepare dressing: whisk mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic, anchovy paste, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and Parmesan.
- Toss pasta, chicken, lettuce, croutons, and Parmesan with dressing. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Chill salad at least 30 minutes. Serve garnished with extra Parmesan, black pepper, and lemon wedges.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for richer flavor.
- Add dressing gradually to avoid overdressing.
- Cool pasta completely before combining to keep lettuce crisp.
- Toast homemade croutons for extra flavor.
- Marinate chicken briefly for deeper flavor infusion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling, Boiling
- Cuisine: American