Description
A nutritious and delicious Kale Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad that combines whole wheat penne or rotini with tender chicken, fresh kale, and a creamy Caesar dressing, perfect for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
12 ounces Whole Wheat Penne or Rotini
1.5 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
1 large bunch Fresh Kale
1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
1 cup Whole Wheat Croutons
1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
1/4 cup Olive Oil
3 tablespoons Lemon Juice
1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
2 cloves Minced Garlic
1/2 teaspoon Anchovy Paste
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and cool
- Prepare the chicken by grilling, baking, or pan-searing until fully cooked. Shred or dice
- Wash and chop the kale. Massage it with olive oil and salt until tender
- Whisk together the dressing ingredients until smooth
- Combine the pasta, chicken, kale, and dressing in a bowl and toss to coat
- Add croutons and serve
Notes
Massaging the kale is crucial for tenderness and flavor absorption.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 500 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg