Description
Greek Chicken Pasta Salad is a colorful and refreshing dish that combines tender grilled chicken, crunchy vegetables, and zesty dressing over pasta. This Mediterranean delight is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or a quick weeknight dinner. With vibrant flavors and customizable ingredients, you can enjoy it chilled or at room temperature—making it a versatile favorite for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz rotini or penne pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium English cucumber, diced
- ½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
- ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Let rest before slicing.
- Chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and crumble feta cheese.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, sliced chicken, chopped vegetables, and feta. Pour dressing over and toss gently.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature; garnish with additional feta if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, marinate the chicken for at least two hours before cooking.- Feel free to customize by adding olives or swapping pasta for quinoa for a gluten-free option.