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