Description
A vibrant chicken pasta salad that combines succulent chicken, fresh vegetables, and al dente pasta, drizzled with a tangy dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 cup cooked chicken, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumbers, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1/4 cup olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the cooked pasta, diced chicken, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumbers, red onion, bell peppers, and sliced olives in a large bowl.
- Drizzle with your choice of dressing and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting according to your personal preference.
- Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving; this allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
- Serve chilled, and enjoy!
Notes
Make-ahead tips: Prepare the salad a day in advance for optimal flavor melding. Customize with fresh herbs or additional vegetables according to your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: chicken salad, pasta salad, summer recipes