Tasty Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad
This vibrant Mediterranean chicken pasta salad combines juicy grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and a tangy lemon-oregano dressing for a flavorful and healthy meal.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts grilled and sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cup cucumber diced
- 0.5 cup kalamata olives pitted and sliced
- 0.25 cup red onion finely chopped
- 0.5 cup feta cheese crumbled
Dressing
- 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
- Grill chicken breasts over medium heat until fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes per side. Let cool and slice into strips.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, kalamata olives, red onion, and feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat. Chill for 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
Notes
This salad is perfect for summer lunches or as a side dish at your next barbecue. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.