Tahini Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

This Tahini Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad is the perfect transition meal for your February menu, offering the comfort of crispy panko crusted chicken and hearty rotini balanced by a sophisticated, nut forward tahini dressing that feels both indulgent and refreshingly bright.

Full recipe by Jenn Lueke here.

Ingredients Needed:

Chicken breast (1lb boneless, skinless)

Gluten-free rotini pasta (10oz)

Head romaine lettuce (1 medium)

Grated parmesan cheese (1/2 cup)

Tahini (1/4 cup)

Gluten-free panko breadcrumbs (1 1/4 cups)

Tapioca flour (1/2 cup)

Egg (1 large)

Lemon (1)

Garlic clove (1)

Dijon mustard

Onion Powder (1/2 tsp)

Avocado oil

Pantry staples: salt, pepper, garlic powder

Tips:

Double the recipe and make crispy chicken sandwiches later in the week or for grab and go salads for lunch the next day.