Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Proteins
01 -
2 cups cooked and diced chicken breast
→ Pasta
02 -
8 ounces penne or rotini pasta
→ Vegetables
03 -
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
04 -
1 medium cucumber, diced
05 -
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
06 -
1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives
→ Dairy
07 -
1 cup feta cheese crumbles
→ Dressing
08 -
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 -
Cook the seasoned chicken in olive oil until golden brown and fully cooked. Let it rest before dicing.
02 -
Boil pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain without rinsing.
03 -
Chop vegetables and combine them with pasta, chicken, feta, olives, and herbs in a large bowl.
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Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture; toss gently to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
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Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving chilled.
# Helpful Notes:
01 -
For added flavor, marinate the chicken beforehand.
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Feel free to swap in seasonal vegetables or use whole wheat/gluten-free pasta for variations.