Southern Chicken Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Southern Chicken Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons light mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons fat free sour cream; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 6 boneless skinless grilled chicken breasts; 1/2 cup shredded smoked mozzarella cheese, packed; 1/2 cup finely chopped celery; 1/2 cup chopped green onion; 1 cup grape tomatoes, cut in halves; 1 teaspoon finely chopped parsley (parsley flakes can also be used); 3 cups whole wheat linguine

Servings: persons

1
chicken should be grilled and seasoned with seasoned with a garlic & pepper blend or garlic powder, black pepper and salt.
2
cook pasta according to package directions, drained and cooled, Salt and pepper to taste (optional)
3
Add mayo, sour cream, and lemon juice to a 1-cup measure and stir to blend.
4
Cut the chicken breasts each into 1/4-inch thick slices (should be around 3 1/2 cups of chicken strips).
5
Add chicken, mozzarella, celery, green onions, tomatoes, parsley and cooked noodles into a large serving bowl and toss to blend.
6
Drizzle the mayo mixture over the chicken noodle mixture and toss to blend the dressing with the ingredients.
7
Add salt and pepper to taste if desired.
8
Cover and store in the refrigerator until right before it is being served.
9
serve this with a bowl of fruit or a green salad.

406

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons light mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons fat free sour cream, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 6 boneless skinless grilled chicken breasts, and more.

Yes, Southern Chicken Pasta Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Southern Chicken Pasta Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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