Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chicken Broccoli Pasta Salad, a refreshing and nutritious dish perfect for any gathering. This easy-to-make salad features tender seasoned chicken, crisp broccoli florets, and a creamy dressing that brings everything together. Ideal for summer picnics, family barbecues, or as a satisfying meal prep option, this pasta salad is sure to impress both kids and adults alike. Serve it chilled for a refreshing taste that bursts with flavor and color!
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
- 4 scallions, diced
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 3/4 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water; drizzle with olive oil.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream (or yogurt), honey, Dijon mustard, salt, Italian seasoning, and pepper until smooth.
- Add cooked pasta, chicken, broccoli, raisins, celery, almonds, and scallions to the dressing. Toss until well combined.
- Chill before serving or enjoy immediately.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 60mg