Easy Chicken Pesto Pasta Salad: A Fresh Twist for Home Cooks
This Easy Chicken Pesto Pasta Salad is a delightful mix of fresh flavors and textures, making it perfect for a quick meal or side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta
- 1 cup cooked, shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, cubed
- 1/4 cup olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the pasta, chicken, and pesto sauce.
- Add the cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, olives, and pine nuts, and mix well.
- Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, omit the chicken and add more vegetables.
- This salad works well for meal prep and can be enjoyed cold.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Easy Chicken Pesto Pasta Salad, Chicken Pasta Salad, Summer Salad