Summer Grilled Chicken and Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Summer Grilled Chicken and Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves; 8 ounces whole wheat fusilli or 8 ounces penne; 2 cups sugar snap peas; 1 garlic clove, minced; ¼ teaspoon coarse salt; 3 medium tomatoes, chopped; 1 avocado, chopped; 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro; 3 tablespoons lime juice; ¼ teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Servings: persons

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
8 ounces whole wheat fusilli or 8 ounces penne
2 cups sugar snap peas
1 garlic clove, minced
¼ teaspoon coarse salt
3 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 avocado, chopped
3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
3 tablespoons lime juice
¼ teaspoon fresh ground pepper

1
Heat grill and oil brill grate.
2
Grill chicken 7-10 minutes or until no longer pink; turning once.
3
Cool and cut into bite sized pieces.
4
Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions.
5
Add peas during the last 2 minutes of cooking; drain and rinse under cold running water to cool.
6
Place garlic on cutting board; sprinkle with salt.
7
With side of large knife, mash into paste.
8
Place tomatoes, avocado, garlic paste, cilantro, lime juice and pepper in large bowl; stir to combine.
9
Add pasta, peas and chicken and toss to coat.
10
Let stand 10 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
11
Can be made 2 hours ahead.
12
Cover and refrigerate.

524

kcal

Calories

Fat

112

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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: 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, 8 ounces whole wheat fusilli or 8 ounces penne, 2 cups sugar snap peas, 1 garlic clove, minced, and more.

Yes, Summer Grilled Chicken and 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.

Summer Grilled Chicken and Pasta Salad

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