Pasta Salad with Chicken and Feta Cheese
This Pasta Salad with Roasted Chicken is a flavor-packed delight. Easy-to-make and delicious!
Equipment
- 1 salad bowl
Ingredients
- 1 big bell pepper, diced
- 1 big carrot, grated
- 2 green onions
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 3,5 oz feta cheese 100 g
- 4 roasted chicken fillets (enough for 4 portions)
- 8 oz penne pasta 225 g
- 4 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- lemon zest (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside to cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced bell pepper, grated carrot, sliced green onions, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped parsley, crumbled feta cheese, and shredded roasted chicken.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
- Once the pasta has cooled, add it to the salad mixture and toss again to combine. Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for a couple of hours to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Enjoy!
Notes
Nutritional values are approximate and can vary based on factors such as specific ingredients used, cooking methods, and portion sizes.
Nutrition
Serving: 1portionCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg
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