Description
This creamy cold chicken pasta salad is a delightful dish that’s perfect for summer picnics or quick lunches. It’s packed with flavor and is incredibly easy to make.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini or fusilli pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup celery, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water until cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, cherry tomatoes, celery, and red onion.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to coat evenly.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- This pasta salad can be made a day in advance for better flavor.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or cucumbers for extra crunch.
- You can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 500
- Fat: 22
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 20
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