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Chicken & Broccoli Pasta Salad with Creamy Garlic & Feta Sauce Recipe

Chicken & Broccoli Pasta Salad with Creamy Garlic & Feta Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A creamy and satisfying pasta salad made with tender chicken, bright broccoli, and spiral pasta tossed in a rich garlic and feta yogurt sauce. Perfect for meal prep, gatherings, or an easy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 2 medium boneless skinless chicken pieces, about 450 grams, cooked and diced
  • 2 cups broccoli florets, about 180 grams, lightly steamed
  • 3 cups dry pasta spirals, about 300 grams
  • 1 cup feta cheese, about 150 grams, crumbled
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, about 240 grams
  • 1 whole lemon, juiced, about 2 tablespoons
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a rolling boil.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and crumbled feta until smooth and creamy.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Add pasta spirals to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente. During the last 2 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli florets to the same pot to blanch. Drain well.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Transfer the drained pasta and broccoli to a large mixing bowl. Add the cooked and diced chicken.
  5. Cook to Perfection: While the pasta is still slightly warm, pour the creamy garlic feta sauce over the mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
  6. Finishing Touches: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if needed. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to develop.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Serve chilled or slightly cool, stirring gently before serving if needed.

Notes

  • Let the salad rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving for deeper flavor.
  • If the salad thickens in the fridge, stir in a tablespoon of olive oil or Greek yogurt before serving.
  • Cook the pasta just until al dente to prevent a mushy texture.
  • Finely crumble the feta so it blends smoothly into the sauce.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg

Find it online: https://cooktune.com/chicken-broccoli-pasta-salad-with-creamy-garlic-feta-sauce-recipe/