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Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad

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Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad is a delightful and nutritious dish bursting with fresh flavors and vibrant colors. This easy-to-make salad combines protein-packed chicken, hearty pasta, and an array of crunchy vegetables, all drizzled with a light lemon-olive oil dressing. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or as a side at gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and entirely customizable. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or meal prepping for the week ahead, this Mediterranean-inspired salad is sure to impress everyone at the table. Enjoy it chilled or at room temperature for a refreshing taste of summer in every bite.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked and diced chicken breast
  • 8 ounces penne or rotini pasta
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbles
  • 1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

  1. Cook seasoned chicken in olive oil over medium heat until golden brown; let rest before dicing.
  2. Boil pasta according to package instructions; drain without rinsing.
  3. Chop the vegetables and combine with pasta, chicken, feta, olives, and herbs in a large mixing bowl.
  4. Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture; toss gently to combine.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving chilled.
  • Author: Ina Cripple
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Boiling and Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 560mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg