Creamy Chicken Pasta Salad Everyone Loves

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

This Creamy Chicken Pasta Salad Recipe is a delightful and easy salad recipe that combines tender chicken, pasta, and a flavorful dressing. It’s perfect for picnics, potlucks, and quick weeknight dinners.

The dish is versatile and can be customized with various vegetables and herbs to suit your taste. You’ll appreciate how straightforward it is to prepare this delicious meal.

Easy Creamy Chicken Pasta Salad

This creamy pasta salad features cooked chicken, al dente pasta, fresh vegetables, and a tangy, creamy dressing. It’s simple to make and ready in about 30 minutes, serving up to 6 people.

Ingredients

2 cups cooked pasta (e.g., rotini or penne)
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup cucumber, diced
1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh herbs (like parsley or basil) for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Cook the Pasta: Prepare the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Set aside.
Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
Make the Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.

Mix Salad: Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and stir well to coat all ingredients. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Chill and Serve: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving, allowing flavors to meld. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.