Chicken Broccoli Pasta Salad

A tasty and easy dish that combines healthy ingredients like chicken, broccoli, and pasta, perfect for a light meal or a refreshing side dish.

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Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Lunch, Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Calories: 300

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Main ingredients

2 cups cooked pasta Use whole grain pasta for extra fiber.
1 cup cooked chicken, diced You can substitute with diced turkey or leave it out for a vegetarian option.
1 cup broccoli florets, blanched Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or carrots if desired.
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup celery, chopped

Dressing

1/2 cup mayonnaise For a lighter option, use Greek yogurt.
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Adjust to your taste.
Salt and pepper to taste

Method

Preparation

In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, diced chicken, blanched broccoli, golden raisins, and chopped celery.
In a separate bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until everything is well coated.
Chill before serving as a side dish.

Notes

Serve the Chicken Broccoli Pasta Salad chilled. It makes a great side dish for barbecues or picnics. Add some fresh herbs or a sprinkle of cheese on top for extra flavor. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.