Description
This creamy chicken pasta salad is a light and flavorful dish, perfect for a quick lunch or a side dish at your next gathering. With tender chicken, fresh veggies, and a tangy dressing, it’s both satisfying and refreshing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup cucumber, chopped
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, chicken, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cucumber.
- In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour dressing over pasta mixture and toss to combine.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can use grilled chicken for a smoky flavor or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or olives to customize the salad.
- If the salad sits for a while, you may need to add a little extra mayonnaise or Greek yogurt to keep it creamy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes