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Kale Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A fresh and hearty pasta salad combining tender chicken, crisp kale, and a flavorful Caesar dressing, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 pound chicken breasts, boneless, skinless
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Pasta

  • 8 ounces short-cut pasta, such as rotini, fusilli, penne, or farfalle

Greens

  • 6 cups kale, washed and finely chopped

Dressing

  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 clove garlic, minced or grated
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 0.5 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 0.5 teaspoon anchovy paste (optional)
  • 0.5 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 0.25 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 0.125 teaspoon salt
  • pinch freshly ground black pepper

Instructions 

  • Whisk together mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, Worcestershire, anchovy paste (if using), Dijon mustard, Parmesan, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  • Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then rinse with cold water and drain.
  • Season chicken with paprika, salt, and pepper, then cook in olive oil until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Rest, then cut into bite-sized pieces.
  • In a large bowl, toss kale and cooked pasta with dressing. Add chicken and toss gently. Top with shaved Parmesan to serve.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, Kale, Pasta