Yield: 6 servings
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 10 min
This vibrant and flavorful Chicken Pasta Salad is the perfect balance of fresh veggies, protein-packed chicken, and creamy avocado. It’s ideal for a quick and healthy lunch, or as a light dinner that’s both satisfying and nourishing. The combination of rotini pasta, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and the fragrant notes of fresh basil makes every bite delicious. Tossed in a simple and flavorful dressing, this salad is sure to become a favorite in your recipe rotation!
Ingredients for Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad with Avocado, Tomato, and Basil
For the Salad:
- 2 medium cooked chicken breasts, shredded or chopped (rotisserie chicken works great!)
- 2 ripe avocados, pitted and diced
- 1 pound cooked rotini pasta (or similar), chilled
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup freshly chopped basil
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
For the Dressing:
- 1/2 cup white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
How to Make Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cooked pasta, red onion, diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped basil. Toss the ingredients gently to mix them together.
- For the dressing, combine the white wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, extra virgin olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a jar or small bowl. Stir or shake until the dressing ingredients are well mixed.
- Drizzle the prepared dressing over the chicken pasta salad. Toss everything together carefully until the salad is evenly coated with the dressing.
- Serve immediately, or refrigerate and chill for later use.
This chicken pasta salad is refreshing, nutrient-packed, and bursting with flavor! Perfect for meal prep, picnics, or a quick, satisfying meal. Enjoy every bite! ❤️
