Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad Recipe
This Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad is a healthy and flavorful option for lunch meal prep. Packed with protein, veggies, and a zesty dressing, it’s a satisfying meal that can be enjoyed hot or cold.
- Author: Rita
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Mixing, Boiling, Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
For the Salad:
- 8 oz Chickpea Rotini Noodles (or any type of rotini or fusilli noodles)
- 12 oz Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 1/2 C. Pitted Olives (mix of kalamata and green olives)
- 1 C. Cucumber, diced
- 1 C. Cherry Tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 C. Red Onion, diced
- 1 C. Artichoke Hearts, drained and chopped
- 1/2 C. Feta Cheese (crumbled goat cheese)
- 1/4 C. Fresh Parsley, finely diced
- Juice from 1/2–1 Lemon
- 1 Handful of Arugula or Spinach (optional)
For the Dressing:
- 1/4 C. + 1 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 3 Tbsp Red Wine Vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 1 tsp Dijon Mustard
- 1 tsp Raw Honey
- 1/2 tsp Dried Oregano
- 1/2 tsp Dried Basil
- 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/4 tsp EACH of Sea Salt and Black Pepper
- Season and Cook Chicken: Season chicken and cook until fully done, then shred.
- Cook Noodles: Boil noodles, drain, and rinse with cool water.
- Prepare Dressing: Whisk together all dressing ingredients in a bowl.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix noodles, shredded chicken, and salad ingredients.
- Add Dressing: Pour dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
- Marinate: Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
- Storage: Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Notes
- This salad can be customized with your favorite Mediterranean ingredients.
- Feel free to adjust the dressing ingredients to suit your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Mediterranean, Chicken Pasta Salad, Healthy, Meal Prep, Lunch, Mediterranean Diet