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Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe


  • Author: Sophia Turner
  • Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

– 2 cups cooked pasta (penne or rotini)
– 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup cucumber, diced
– 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
– 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
– 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
– 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
– 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
– 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– Salt and pepper, to taste


Instructions

Making Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad can be a simple process if you follow these steps:

1. Cook Pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool.
2. Prepare Chicken: If not using pre-cooked chicken, grill or sauté chicken breast until cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Allow to cool, then dice.
3. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, diced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, feta cheese, and parsley.
4. Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
5. Dress Salad: Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
6. Chill: Cover the salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
7. Taste and Adjust: Before serving, taste the salad. Adjust seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.
8. Serve: Serve the salad fresh, garnished with extra parsley and feta cheese if desired.

Following these steps will guide you in creating a stunning and delicious Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad that everyone will love!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Fat: 12g
  • Protein: 28g