Chicken Pesto Pasta Salad
Author: Lauren
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Category: LUNCH
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
8 oz pasta (rotini or penne)
1/2 cup basil pesto
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cucumber, diced
1 bell pepper, diced
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
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Instructions
Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and let cool.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, diced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and bell peppers.
Add the basil pesto and olive oil, then toss to combine.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve chilled or at room temperature and enjoy!
Notes
For extra creaminess, stir in a couple tablespoons of mayo or Greek yogurt. Can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for 3-4 days.