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Caprese Chicken Pasta Salad

A refreshing and flavorful pasta salad combining grilled chicken, fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, basil, and a balsamic dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Salad Base
  • 8 oz pasta (fusilli or penne) cooked and cooled
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls bocconcini or ciliegine
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves torn
  • 2 cups grilled chicken breast sliced
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey optional
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

Prepare the Pasta
  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
Grill the Chicken
  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill over medium heat for 6-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Combine Ingredients
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and sliced chicken. Drizzle with dressing and toss to combine.
Serve
  1. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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