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Easy Chicken Pasta Salad

Easy Chicken Pasta Salad

Veggies, protein, carbs, and good fat make this salad a balanced and delicious meal!
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Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 8 SERVINGS
Calories: 633kcal
Author: Katherine - Yummfully

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Stove
  • Colander
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Large salad bowl

Ingredients

For the salad:

  • 16 oz rotini pasta
  • 2 cups leftover rotisserie chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cup small mozzarella balls, halved
  • ½ cup red onion, chopped
  • ⅓ cup kalamata olives, sliced
  • 2 avocados, diced
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

For the dressing:

  • ¼ cup red wine vinegar
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Cook the rotini pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and rinse to stop the cooking process and keep the pasta from sticking to each other.
  • Make the dressing by combining all ingredients in a measuring cup or small bowl.
  • Place the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, tomatoes, onion, mozzarella, olives, avocado, and chopped parsley in a large salad bowl.
  • Drizzle the dressing on top and toss to coat. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 633kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Sodium: 454mg | Potassium: 311mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 2mg