CREAMY HERBED CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI PASTA SALAD

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Stir grilled chicken into this creamy pasta salad with broccoli and roasted red pepper.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 45m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
3 tablespoons sour cream
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 tablespoon olive oil
One 8-ounce boneless skinless chicken breast
2 cups bite-sized broccoli florets
8 ounces dried penne
1/2 cup jarred roasted red peppers, drained and chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Whisk together the mayonnaise, basil, parsley, sour cream, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.
  • Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until hot; brush with the oil. Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper. Grill the chicken, turning once, until well-marked and just cooked through, about 7 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes, then cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
  • Meanwhile, cook the broccoli in the boiling water until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Transfer the broccoli to a colander with a slotted spoon and run under cold water to stop the cooking process. Add the broccoli to the bowl with the dressing.
  • Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; add to the bowl.
  • Add the chicken and red peppers to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.

Equinox 95
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it all up.


Wosenachew Kuma
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I often make it after I've roasted a whole chicken for dinner.


Jihat Khan
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The creamy herb sauce, tender chicken, and broccoli are all perfect together.


Taint Manyenya
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This recipe is a keeper! I've already made it twice and I'm sure I'll be making it again and again.


NDIVHUWO DAVID
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I'm not a fan of mayonnaise-based pasta salads, but this one is different. The creamy herb sauce is light and flavorful, and it doesn't overpower the other ingredients.


Perveez akram
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This pasta salad is a great make-ahead meal. I often make it on the weekend and then have it for lunch or dinner throughout the week.


Bethany Wilson
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've used different types of pasta, vegetables, and herbs, and it always turns out great.


Abumayeng
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The creamy herb sauce is addictive and the chicken and broccoli are always cooked perfectly.


Khawaj Muhammad
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! I used fresh herbs from my garden and it really made a difference in the flavor.


Golden Boy
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I'm not a huge fan of broccoli, but this pasta salad changed my mind! The creamy herb sauce and tender chicken made it a delicious and satisfying meal.


Kam Hill
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This recipe was a hit at my last dinner party! The creamy herb sauce was so flavorful and the chicken and broccoli were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.