LEMON-BASIL CHICKEN-PASTA SALAD
Make a chicken pasta salad for dinner tonight. A homemade dressing with garlic, basil and Parm makes it delicious.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Fill a 4-quart Dutch oven about half full of water. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt if desired. Cover with lid; heat over high heat until water is boiling rapidly. Add the pasta. Heat to boiling again. Boil uncovered 9 to 11 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender but not mushy. While water is heating and pasta is cooking, continue with recipe.
- Break off and discard the tough ends of the asparagus stalks where they snap easily; wash asparagus. Cut asparagus into 1-inch pieces to measure 2 cups. Add asparagus to the pasta during the last 2 to 3 minutes of cooking.
- Peel and finely chop the garlic. Cut the chicken into 1/2-inch cubes to measure about 2 cups. Tear the basil leaves lengthwise into narrow strips.
- Place strainer or colander in the sink. Pour pasta and asparagus in the strainer to drain. Rinse with cold water; drain.
- In a large glass or plastic bowl, toss pasta, asparagus and chicken. Stir in garlic, basil, cheese, oil and lemon peel. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate 1 to 2 hours or until chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 250 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g
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Stephanie Townes
[email protected]I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect! It's easy to transport and everyone loved it.
Cruella000
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken.
Mr plays
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of pasta salads, but this one changed my mind. The dressing was light and flavorful, and the chicken was tender and juicy.
Preye Ogolo
[email protected]This is my new favorite summer salad! It's so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
Sami Mughal
[email protected]I made this salad for a party and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.
Mehro Mehro
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
joy mojumder
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of basil, but I really enjoyed this salad. The flavors were well-balanced and the dressing was delicious.
Jack Dib
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a light and healthy lunch.
Rj Fakhar Bhatti
[email protected]I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect! It's easy to transport and everyone loved it.
Anthonia Chisaa
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken.
Hinaa Dar
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great. The only thing I would change next time is to add a bit more salt and pepper to the dressing.
Joe Deleon
[email protected]This is my new favorite summer salad! It's so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
Shourov Khan
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of pasta salads, but this one changed my mind. The dressing was light and flavorful, and the chicken was tender and juicy.
Amina Bakari
[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.
Maison Angel
[email protected]This lemon basil chicken pasta salad was a delightful summer dish! The flavors were bright and refreshing, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I loved the addition of the fresh basil, which really made the dish pop.