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Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad: A Fresh, Easy Recipe!

A refreshing Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad that combines fusilli pasta, shredded rotisserie chicken, and a variety of fresh vegetables, all tossed in a flavorful dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 360

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces fusilli pasta
  • 1 pound shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes quartered
  • 1 cup bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 cup green onions sliced
  • 1/2 cup black olives chopped
  • 1/2 cup goat cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Begin by boiling the fusilli pasta in a large pot of salted water until it reaches a perfect al dente texture. Drain the pasta and run it under cold water to stop the cooking process.
  2. In a spacious bowl, mix together the cooled pasta, shredded chicken, grape tomatoes, bell pepper, green onions, black olives, goat cheese, and fresh basil.
  3. In a separate small bowl, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, thyme, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk until the mixture is well blended.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the pasta mixture and gently fold everything together until all ingredients are coated.
  5. Let the pasta bowl sit for about 30 minutes at room temperature or in the fridge to enhance the flavors.
  6. Serve chilled or at a pleasant room temperature for a refreshing meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 24gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a vegan twist, replace the chicken with roasted chickpeas and the cheese with a plant-based alternative.
  • A sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes can add a delightful kick just before serving.

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