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Easy Chicken Pesto Pasta Salad (25-Minutes)

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A quick and flavorful pasta salad combining tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and vibrant pesto, perfect for a light lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 8 oz pasta (fusilli or rotini)

Cooked chicken

  • 1 cup cooked chicken, diced

Vegetables

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

Cheese

  • 1/2 cup mozzarella balls, halved

Sauce and oils

  • 1/4 cup pesto sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Seasonings

  • to taste salt and pepper

Garnish

  • optional fresh basil leaves (for garnish)

Instructions 

  • Cook pasta until al dente, then rinse with cold water.
  • Combine pasta, chicken, tomatoes, and mozzarella in a large bowl.
  • Add pesto and olive oil, then toss to coat.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Garnish with basil if desired and serve immediately or chill briefly.

Notes

Chill for 10 minutes for a more refreshing taste.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian-American
Keyword: Chicken, pasta, Pesto