Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad
Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that embodies the flavors of the Mediterranean. This easy-to-make salad features tender chicken, al dente pasta, and an array of fresh vegetables, all tossed in a light lemon-olive oil dressing. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or as a side at gatherings, it’s not only delicious but also customizable with seasonal ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 cubes
- 1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pan over medium heat, heat olive oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (about 6-7 minutes per side). Let rest before dicing.
- Boil water in a large pot. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain without rinsing.
- Chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion while the pasta cooks.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, diced chicken, chopped vegetables, feta cheese cubes, and olives.
- Drizzle with olive oil and toss gently to mix evenly. Adjust seasoning if necessary before serving chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg