Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

Chicken Caesar pasta salad has classic Caesar taste with loads of extra flavor. Chicken, bacon, pasta, & veggies are perfectly topped with creamy, tangy dressing!

📝 Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 2 teaspoons anchovy paste
• zest of 1 lemon
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon garlic, (minced)
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 (16-ounce) box mini penne, (this pasta shape is my fav)
• 1 (10-ounce) container grape tomatoes, (cut in half)
• 1/2 cup red onion, (chopped)
• 3 grilled chicken breasts, (chopped into bite-sized pieces )
• 1 cup Parmesan, (shredded )
• 1 pound bacon, (cooked and crumbled)
• 2 cups romaine, (sliced into 1/4 ribbons)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Whisk together all the dressing ingredients in a small mixing bowl until well combined and smooth.
2. 2Cook the pasta (16 ounces) according to package instructions, just until al dente. Rinse pasta and drain well.
3. 3Gently toss together all the salad ingredients, except the romaine, in a large serving bowl. Add dressing and toss until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerated for a minimum of 4-6 hours, or overnight, for best flavor.
4. 4When ready to serve, adjust the seasoning, gently mix in romaine (2 cups), and add more milk (a few Tablespoons at a time) as needed to freshen and loosen up the dressing.