Description
A creamy, satisfying pasta salad inspired by classic club sandwich flavors, perfect for quick dinners and make-ahead meals.
Ingredients
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12 oz (340 g) short pasta (rotini or penne)
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2 cups (300 g) cooked chicken breast, diced
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1 ½ cups (225 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
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2 cups (90 g) romaine lettuce, chopped
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1 cup (120 g) cheddar cheese, cubed or shredded
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½ cup (75 g) red onion, finely diced
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¾ cup (180 ml) mayonnaise
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¼ cup (60 ml) plain Greek yogurt
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1 tablespoon (15 ml) Dijon mustard
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2 tablespoons (30 ml) lemon juice
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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¾ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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½ teaspoon paprika
Instructions
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Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain, rinse with cool water, and let cool.
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In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and paprika.
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In a large bowl, combine pasta, chicken, tomatoes, lettuce, cheese, and red onion.
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Add dressing and toss gently until evenly coated.
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Chill for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
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Add lettuce just before serving if making ahead.
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Refresh leftovers with a spoonful of mayonnaise or yogurt if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes