Description
Grilled Chicken Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish with juicy grilled chicken, sweet peaches, fresh veggies, and a tangy lemon-olive oil dressing. Topped with creamy burrata, this light yet hearty salad is perfect for summer dinners or potlucks.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken & Marinade:
- Chicken breast tenders
- Your favorite citrusy marinade (for marinating chicken)
- Marinated red onions (olive oil, red wine vinegar, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper)
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For the Salad:
- Farfalle pasta (or any small pasta)
- Fresh peaches, grilled
- Lemon juice
- Fresh cherries
- Burrata cheese
- Fresh corn on the cob, grilled
- Fresh basil
Instructions
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Marinate the Chicken and Red Onions:
- Marinate the chicken in your citrusy marinade for about 2 hours.
- Marinate the red onions with red wine vinegar, olive oil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
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Grill the Peaches and Chicken:
- Grill the peaches and chicken. Cook the chicken for about 5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Grill the peaches for 2-3 minutes per side until marked and tender. Slice the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
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Cook the Pasta:
- Boil the pasta until al dente, following the package instructions.
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Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, mix ¼ cup olive oil with the juice of one lemon.
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Assemble the Salad:
- Combine the cooked pasta with the lemon-olive oil dressing.
- Fold in the grilled chicken, peaches, cherries, marinated onions (drained), corn, burrata, and fresh basil. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Substitute Chicken: Use grilled shrimp or tofu for a lighter, alternative protein.
- Add Veggies: Toss in extra vegetables like cucumbers or tomatoes for additional freshness.
- Different Cheese: Swap burrata for mozzarella or feta for a unique flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: Grilling, Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, American
