Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chicken Broccoli Pasta Salad, a perfect dish for summer gatherings and picnics. This vibrant salad combines seasoned chicken, fresh broccoli, and a creamy dressing, creating a refreshing medley that will impress your guests with minimal effort. With its quick preparation time and versatility as either a side or main dish, it’s an ideal choice for any occasion. Enjoy this nutritious and delicious salad chilled for a light lunch or as part of a buffet spread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound dried Radiatore pasta
- 1 pound cooked seasoned chicken breast, diced
- 3 cups small broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup golden raisins
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 3/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Cook pasta in boiling water until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, Italian seasoning, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine cooked pasta with diced chicken, broccoli florets, golden raisins, celery, almonds; toss with dressing.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best taste. Chill the salad for at least an hour to meld flavors. Feel free to customize by adding your favorite vegetables or proteins.
