Italian Chicken and Pasta Salad
Enjoy this quick and flavorful Italian Chicken and Pasta Salad, perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep.
Ingredients
Pasta Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked pasta Choose your favorite type (shells, rotini, or penne).
- 1 cup cooked chicken, diced Use leftover grilled or rotisserie chicken for best flavor.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing Opt for a lighter dressing to keep things healthy.
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish Adds color and fresh flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, diced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, black olives, and red onion.
- Pour the Italian dressing over your pasta salad and toss everything together until well-coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste to enhance the flavors.
- Let the salad chill in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley right before serving.
Notes
Use al dente pasta for the best texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.