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Broccoli and Chicken Pasta Salad

Refreshing Broccoli and Chicken Pasta Salad for Summer Days

Enjoy a delicious Broccoli and Chicken Pasta Salad, packed with protein and vibrant ingredients, perfect for summer meals.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Refrigeration Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 2 cups Farfalle pasta or penne or fusilli
Chicken
  • 2 cups Chicken breast cut into small cubes
Creamy Element
  • 1 cup Feta cheese or goat cheese or omit for dairy-free
Crunch
  • 2 cups Broccoli cut into small florets
Color and Sweetness
  • 1 cup Red pepper or bell pepper or cherry tomatoes
Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Shallots or red onion
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives or capers for low-sodium option
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Extra-virgin olive oil for dressing
Aroma
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme or Italian herbs
Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • wok or large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Method
 

Prep Ingredients
  1. Gather all ingredients. Cut chicken into small cubes and set aside. Rinse and chop broccoli into small florets. Slice red pepper and shallots thinly, crumble feta cheese.
Cook Pasta
  1. Bring salted water to a boil in a large pot. Add farfalle pasta and cook according to package instructions (about 10-12 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
Cook Chicken
  1. Heat olive oil in a wok over medium heat. Add cubed chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked. Add thyme before removing from heat.
Stir-fry Veggies
  1. In the same wok, add more olive oil if necessary and stir-fry broccoli and shallots for 3-4 minutes. Add red pepper and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, then remove from heat.
Combine
  1. In a large bowl, combine pasta, chicken, vegetables, feta, and olives. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss gently.
Refrigerate
  1. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours to meld flavors before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed fresh and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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