Description
This delicious Chicken Caprese Pasta Salad features rotini pasta, succulent chicken, and fresh ingredients, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; sauté for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Let cool slightly before dicing.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, diced chicken, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and basil.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and olive oil; toss gently to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes for best flavor.
Notes
- For more flavor, marinate the chicken in balsamic vinegar before cooking.
- This salad can be served cold or at room temperature.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or cucumbers for added crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: pasta salad, chicken, caprese, rotini, mozzarella, basil