Chicken Pasta Salad Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta Salad Base
Chicken
Dressing
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool.
Vegetable Preparation
- 2
Chop the Vegetables
While the pasta is cooking, chop the cherry tomatoes in half, dice the cucumber, and finely chop the red bell pepper. Set aside.
Chicken Preparation
- 3
Prepare the Chicken
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken breast (shredded or diced), olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly.
Dressing Preparation
- 4
Make the Dressing
In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, honey, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Combine Salad
- 5
Mix the Salad
In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chopped vegetables, spinach, and prepared chicken. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
Serving
- 6
Serve the Salad
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Serve cold, and enjoy!