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Broccoli and Chicken Pasta Salad

Broccoli and Chicken Pasta Salad for a Fresh Summer Treat

This Broccoli and Chicken Pasta Salad is a vibrant, easy-to-make dish perfect for summer meals.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Farfalle Pasta Substitute with penne or fusilli if desired.
For the Protein
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Cut into small cubes.
For the Creamy Element
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Can swap for ricotta or omit.
For the Veggies
  • 2 cups Broccoli Cut into bite-sized florets.
  • 1 medium Red Pepper Can replace with bell peppers or cherry tomatoes.
  • 2 medium Shallots Alternatively, use yellow or green onions.
For the Extras
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives Optional.
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Use high-quality oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Can substitute with Italian herbs.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • wok
  • mixing bowl
  • Colander

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all ingredients and prepare the chicken, broccoli, red pepper, shallots, and feta for assembly.
Cooking Pasta
  1. Boil salted water in a large pot and cook farfalle pasta according to package instructions (8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
Sauté Chicken
  1. Heat olive oil in a wok over medium heat. Add cubed chicken and thyme, cooking for 5 minutes until golden.
Sauté Vegetables
  1. Add broccoli and shallots to the wok, sauté for 3-4 minutes, then add red pepper for the final minute.
Combine Salad
  1. In a large bowl, mix pasta, chicken, veggies, feta, olives, olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Chill
  1. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to enhance flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For the best flavor, let the salad chill for several hours before serving. Fresh herbs are recommended.

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