Name: Protein-Packed Chicken Pasta Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 8 oz high-protein pasta (chickpea, lentil, or whole wheat); 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; ½ cup cucumber, diced; ½ cup bell peppers, diced; ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced; ½ cup plain Greek yogurt; 2 tbsp hummus or light mayo; 1 tbsp lemon juice; Salt and pepper to taste

Protein-Packed Chicken Pasta Salad

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Enjoy a nutritious Protein-Packed Chicken Pasta Salad filled with lean chicken and high-protein pasta. Perfect for meal prep—try it today!

Author: Gianna
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: Serves 4
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

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8 oz high-protein pasta (chickpea, lentil, or whole wheat)
2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup cucumber, diced
½ cup bell peppers, diced
¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
½ cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tbsp hummus or light mayo
1 tbsp lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Cook the high-protein pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with cooked chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and red onion.
In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, hummus (or light mayo), lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for about 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1.5 cups (340g)
Calories: 450
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 580mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 10g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Find it online: https://kitchenmealplan.com/protein-packed-chicken-pasta-salad/