Chicken Broccoli Pasta Salad
Experience the delightful blend of flavors in this Chicken Broccoli Pasta Salad, a perfect dish for any occasion. Featuring tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and a creamy dressing, this salad is both nutritious and satisfying. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s ideal for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners. Packed with protein and fiber, it’s a crowd-pleaser that can be easily customized with your favorite vegetables or nuts. Whether served as a main course or a side dish, this Chicken Broccoli Pasta Salad is sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pound dried Radiatore pasta
- 1 pound cooked seasoned chicken breast, diced
- 3 cups small broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup golden raisins
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 3/4 cup sliced almonds
- 4 scallions, diced
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 3/4 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water; drizzle with olive oil.
- In an extra-large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning until smooth.
- Combine the cooked pasta, chicken, broccoli, raisins, celery, almonds, and scallions with the dressing in the bowl. Toss well to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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