1-Step 1: Getting this Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad just right is simple with these steps. Start by boiling 8 ounces of uncooked pasta, like rotini or penne, in salted water until it’s al dente this takes about 10 minutes. Once done, drain it and transfer to a large bowl to cool things down.

2-Step 2: Next, whisk together the creamy dressing: mix 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce, 3/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 teaspoons minced garlic, and 1 teaspoon anchovy paste in a bowl. Stir in 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese and 1/4 teaspoon pepper until smooth. This dressing is what makes the salad so irresistible and ties all the flavors together.

3-Step 3: Now, add two hearts of Romaine lettuce cut into 1-inch pieces and your shredded rotisserie chicken or chopped cooked chicken breasts to the pasta bowl. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss everything gently to combine. For the finishing touch, add croutons and extra Parmesan cheese as garnish.