LunchMediterraneanHigh ProteinMeal PrepBudget Friendly
Chicken and Olive Tomato Pasta Salad
Chilled whole-wheat pasta with chicken, tomatoes, olives, and parmesan in a light oregano dressing.
- Calories
- 610
- Protein
- 48g
- Carbs
- 57g
- Fat
- 22g
Per serving
Ingredients
For 4 servings · 30 min total
- chicken breastthinly sliced16 oz
- whole-wheat pasta10 oz
- diced tomatoes2 cup
- black olivessliced2 oz
- parmesan cheesefinely grated2 oz
- apple cider vinegar4 tsp
- extra-virgin olive oil8 tsp
- dried oregano1 tsp
- kosher salt1 tsp
- black pepper1/2 tsp
Instructions
- 1Thinly slice the chicken. Do not rinse it. Wash the board, knife, and your hands with soap and water before touching anything else.
- 2Season the chicken with kosher salt and black pepper. Cook it in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, turning once, until browned and the thickest piece reaches 165°F (74°C). Transfer it to a clean plate.
- 3Boil the pasta in salted water until al dente, starting to taste 2 minutes before the package time. Drain and cool briefly.
- 4Whisk the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, oregano, remaining kosher salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Toss with the pasta, tomatoes, olives, parmesan, and chicken. Chill until ready to serve.
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