Amy's Pasta Chicken Salad Recipe

This vibrant pesto pasta salad is a family favorite – quick, easy, and perfect for using up leftover grilled chicken! My sister's recipe is a winner, whether served warm or chilled. A delicious and satisfying meal that's ready in under 30 minutes.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 792.6 kcal
Protein 80g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Amy's Pasta Chicken Salad

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How to Make Amy's Pasta Chicken Salad

  1. Prepare the pesto sauce according to package directions.
  2. Cook 1 pound of pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, 2 cups of diced grilled chicken, 1/2 cup of pesto sauce, 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved), 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil.
  4. Gently toss to combine all ingredients.
  5. Serve immediately for a warm pasta salad or chill for at least 30 minutes for a refreshing cold salad.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

31 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

67g

Carbs

28g

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