Description
A hearty, halal-friendly twist on the classic Caesar salad, featuring rotisserie chicken, al dente linguine, and a tangy caper-based dressing. Panko toast and garlicky relish add crunch and flavor, making it perfect for quick weeknights or picnics.
Ingredients
Rotisserie Chicken (2 boneless breasts, 6 oz each),
Linguine (12 oz),
Caper Dressing (2 cups),
Panko Toast (3/4 cup),
Shredded Parmesan (1/2 cup),
Garlic Relish (1/3 cup, julienned celery + pickled jalapeños)
Instructions
Boil water in a large pot. Cook pasta al dente, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water.
In a mixing bowl, combine caper dressing with warm pasta. Add reserved water as needed to achieve creamy texture.
Thinly slice rotisserie chicken and gently fold into pasta mixture. Season with salt and pepper.
Sprinkle panko toast and Parmesan. Fold in garlic relish last to maintain crunch.
Notes
Use full-fat dressing at 60°F for optimal emulsification.
Reserve 15% of pasta water (3 tbsp for 2 cups dressing) to balance moisture.
Use gluten-free pasta or vegan Parmesan if needed. Avoid fresh dairy for stricter halal adherence.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Lunch & Dinner
- Method: Stovetop Tossing
- Cuisine: Modern American