Description
Chicken Broccoli Pasta Salad is a delightful and nutritious dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This vibrant salad combines tender seasoned chicken, crisp broccoli florets, and golden raisins, all tossed in a creamy dressing that’s both satisfying and refreshing. Ideal for summer barbecues or family dinners, this easy-to-make recipe can be prepared in just 20 minutes. It’s not only a crowd-pleaser but also a versatile meal prep option that stores well in the fridge—making it a staple for busy days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound dried Radiatore pasta
- 1 pound cooked seasoned chicken breast, diced
- 3 cups small broccoli florets
- ½ cup golden raisins
- ½ cup diced celery
- ¾ cup sliced almonds
- 4 diced scallions
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ¾ cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water; drizzle with olive oil.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, Italian seasoning, and pepper until smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta, chicken, broccoli, raisins, celery, almonds, and scallions to the dressing; toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 55mg