Chicken Cesar Pasta Salad

 Delicious chicken Caesar Pasta Salad:

Ingredients:

For the Salad:

• 8 oz (about 225g) penne pasta
• 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup sliced black olives
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

For the Caesar Dressing:

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and let it cool.

2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, cherry tomatoes, black olives, grated Parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley.

3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, grated Parmesan cheese, Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste.

4. Pour the Caesar dressing over the pasta and chicken mixture. Toss everything together until well coated with the dressing.

5. Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

6. Before serving, give the salad a final toss and adjust the seasoning if needed. You can sprinkle extra Parmesan cheese and parsley on top for garnish.

7. Serve chilled and enjoy your delicious Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad!

Feel free to customize the recipe by adding croutons or additional vegetables to suit your taste.