This creamy pesto chicken pasta salad is the ultimate summer meal—fresh, colorful, and packed with flavor. Made with tender pasta, juicy grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and a rich basil pesto dressing, this easy pasta salad is perfect for BBQs, meal prep, picnics, or quick summer dinners.
๐ฅฌ Ingredients
3 cups cooked pasta (fusilli or penne)
1 grilled chicken breast, sliced
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup mini mozzarella balls
1/2 cucumber, sliced
Fresh basil leaves
2 tbsp parmesan cheese
๐ฅฃ Creamy Pesto Dressing
3 tbsp basil pesto
2 tbsp Greek yogurt
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
Salt & black pepper to taste
๐ฉ๐ณ Instructions
Cook the pasta according to package instructions and let it cool completely.
Add pasta, chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, mozzarella, and basil to a large bowl.
Mix all dressing ingredients until creamy and smooth.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat evenly.
Top with parmesan cheese and serve chilled.
✨ Chef’s Tip:
Use cold pasta for the best texture and extra refreshing flavor ๐
๐ก Conclusion:
A creamy, fresh, and satisfying pasta salad packed with summer flavors—perfect for healthy lunches, BBQ nights, and easy meal prep ๐๐ฅ✨

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