Party Chicken and Pasta Salad
Transform your next gathering with the vibrant and flavorful Party Chicken and Pasta Salad—a crowd-pleasing dish that's as satisfying as it is easy to prepare. Featuring tender bowtie pasta, juicy pan-seared chicken seasoned with garlic and smoked paprika, and a medley of fresh veggies like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion, this salad bursts with texture and color. A creamy yet tangy dressing made with mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey ties everything together, while fresh parsley adds a delightful herbal note. Perfect served chilled, this hearty combination of protein, veggies, and zesty dressing makes an ideal dish for potlucks, outdoor parties, or even meal prep. With just 20 minutes of prep and bold flavors in every bite, this pasta salad will become your go-to recipe for effortless entertaining!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 0.5 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup black olives, sliced
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructions
Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
Preheat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Cook the chicken for about 5-6 minutes per side or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove from heat, let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, black olives, and fresh parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and honey. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss well to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld together.
Serve chilled as a refreshing party dish and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3394 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 158.6 g | 203% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.1 g | 110% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 426 mg | 142% | |
| Sodium | 4258 mg | 185% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 332.7 g | 121% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.5 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.4 g | ||
| Protein | 170.3 g | 341% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 486 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 16.0 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 3170 mg | 67% | |
*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.
