Chicken Pasta Salad is a versatile and refreshing dish that’s perfect for lunches, picnics, or light dinners. It combines cooked pasta, tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a flavorful dressing, offering a delightful mix of textures and tastes. Here’s a recipe to make a vibrant and delicious Chicken Pasta Salad that can be customized according to your preferences.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups pasta (e.g., fusilli, penne, or farfalle), cooked according to package instructions and cooled
- 1 lb (about 450g) chicken breast, grilled or boiled and diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced (optional)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Dressing:
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon honey or sugar (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste