Description
A refreshing and hearty Greek-inspired pasta salad featuring juicy chicken, tangy feta cheese, fresh vegetables, and a zesty dressing. Perfect for picnics, meal prep, or a light dinner.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked pasta (penne or rotini)
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, feta cheese, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- You can use rotisserie chicken for a quicker preparation.
- Add bell peppers or artichoke hearts for extra flavor.
- Use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg