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Mouthwatering Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad

Mouthwatering Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad for Easy Meal Prep

Enjoy a vibrant Mouthwatering Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad, perfect for busy weeknight meals and potlucks.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Breast Consider using leftover or rotisserie chicken.
  • 8 ounces Penne or Rotini Pasta Feel free to substitute with fusilli, farfalle, or shells.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halve before mixing.
  • 1 medium Cucumber Opt for seedless to prevent moisture.
  • 1/2 medium Red Onion Soak in cold water briefly to mellow flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Can swap for goat cheese or vegan feta.
  • 1/3 cup Kalamata Olives Green olives can be used as an alternative.
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Choose a high-quality oil.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Cutting board
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add cooked chicken and sear for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and let rest before dicing.
  2. Step 2: In a large pot, bring salted water to boil and add pasta. Cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain without rinsing.
  3. Step 3: Chop cherry tomatoes, slice cucumber, and mince red onion. Combine in a mixing bowl.
  4. Step 4: Add cooled pasta and diced chicken to the bowl with vegetables. Gently toss, then fold in feta and olives.
  5. Step 5: Drizzle another tablespoon of olive oil over the salad, season with salt and pepper, and fold to combine flavors.
  6. Step 6: Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Leave salad to chill for at least an hour for better flavor melding.

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