Bistro Chicken Pasta Salad

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Ingredients

2 whole boneless skinless chicken breasts, grilled or broiled
2 cups cooked penne or rotini pasta
1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
¼ cup sun-dried tomato, drained & chopped
½ cup italian dressing, or use Caesar dressing
1/3 cup lightly packed fresh basil leaves, cut into strips
¼ cup bermuda red onion, chopped
1 cup parmesan cheese, shredded

Preparation

Grill or broil the chicken until it is cooked all the way through. Cut into bite-size pieces.

Cook pasta per the directions on the package. Drain pasta when finished and allow to cool slightly.

Combine the chicken, pasta, tomatoes, and dressing in a large bowl. Allow the dish to sit in the refrigerator for 30 minutes, before serving, to allow for full flavor development.

Garnish with basil, chopped red onion and Parmesan cheese before serving.

Yield

Serves 4

Cook Time

Prep Time: 10 mins.
Cook Time: 15 mins.

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition information is provided as a resource. Values will vary depending on specific ingredients used.
Serving Size: 1
Number of Servings: Serves 4
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 348
Calories from Fat: 144
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 16g
24%
Carbohydrates 51g
17%
Dietary Fiber 6g
24%
Saturated Fat 9g
45%
Calories 348kcal
17%
Cholesterol 24mg
8%
Protein 22g
36%
Sodium 606mg
25%
Calcium
0%
Iron
13%
Vitamin A
1%
Vitamin C
13%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.