Ingredients
– 2 cups cooked pasta (penne or fusilli works best)
– 1 cup cooked chicken breast, diced
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– ½ cup cucumber, diced
– ½ cup bell pepper, diced
– ½ cup creamy salad dressing (e.g., ranch, Greek yogurt dressing)
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Creating your Delicious Protein-Packed Chicken Pasta Salad is simple! Follow these instructions to make a delightful dish:
1. Cook Pasta: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and let cool.
2. Prepare Chicken: If not using pre-cooked chicken, grill or boil chicken breast until fully cooked. Allow it to cool, then dice.
3. Chop Veggies: Meanwhile, wash and chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and bell pepper.
4. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, diced chicken, chopped veggies, and salad dressing.
5. Mix Well: Gently toss all ingredients until everything is evenly coated with dressing.
6. Season: Add salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the dressing if necessary.
7. Chill: For best flavor, cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving.
8. Serve Fresh: Once chilled, give it a final mix and serve in bowls or on plates.
Completing these steps will yield a colorful, vibrant salad that tastes as amazing as it looks!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 25g