Awesome Dill Chicken Pasta Salad
Packed with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, this Awesome Dill Chicken Pasta Salad is a crowd-pleasing dish perfect for potlucks, picnics, or meal prep. Juicy, pan-seared chicken combines with tender pasta, crisp celery, sweet red bell pepper, and tangy cherry tomatoes, all tied together by a creamy, zesty dressing infused with fresh dill and a hint of lemon. The blend of mayonnaise and Greek yogurt ensures a rich yet light texture, while garlic powder and black pepper elevate the flavor profile. This easy-to-make recipe takes just 35 minutes of prep and cook time, serves six, and is best served chilled so the vibrant flavors can truly shine. Serve it as a refreshing main course or a hearty side—a perfect balance of protein, crunch, and herbaceous zest!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken breasts
- 12 ounces Pasta (rotini or bowtie works best)
- 2 stalks Celery
- 1 large Red bell pepper
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 0.75 cups Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cups Plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 quarts Water (for cooking pasta)
Instructions
Bring 4 quarts of salted water to a boil in a large pot. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from heat and let cool slightly before chopping into bite-sized pieces.
Dice the celery and red bell pepper into small pieces. Thinly slice the red onion and halve the cherry tomatoes. Finely chop the fresh dill.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Add the cooked pasta, chicken, celery, red bell pepper, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and dill to the bowl with the dressing. Toss gently to combine until everything is evenly coated.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled and garnish with additional fresh dill, if desired. Enjoy your Awesome Dill Chicken Pasta Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
614 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.7 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2382 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.9 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.5 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.4 g | ||
| Protein | 23.0 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 76 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 814 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
