Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad



This Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad is a delightful combination of tender chicken, flavorful veggies, tangy olives, and salty feta cheese, all tossed in a zesty dressing. It's perfect for a refreshing lunch or a light dinner on warm summer days.

Ingredients:

  • 8 oz penne pasta
  • 2 chicken breasts, cooked and diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, sliced
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Cook pasta according to package instructions, then drain and rinse with cold water

In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, diced chicken, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and parsley

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper

Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to coat

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld

Serve chilled and enjoy!


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