ITALIAN CHICKEN PASTA SALAD

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Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Kosher salt
3 cups dried elbow macaroni
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup cubed rotisserie chicken
1 cup diced English cucumber (about 1/3 cucumber)
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped pitted Nicoise olives
1/2 cup chopped roasted red peppers (about 1 whole)
1/2 cup 1/4-inch diced hard salami (about 4 ounces)
1/4 cup diced red onion (about 1/2 small)
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
4 ounces ricotta salata, grated, or crumbled feta cheese
1/3 cup red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook until al dente, according to the package directions. Drain in a colander, rinse with cold water and shake until very dry. Transfer the pasta to a large mixing bowl, drizzle 2 tablespoons of the olive oil over it and toss well to coat.
  • Add the chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, olives, peppers, salami, onions and parsley. Season with salt and toss well to combine.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar and remaining 1/2 cup olive oil; pour it over the salad and toss well. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. For best flavor, let the salad stand at room temperature for about 30 minutes before serving.

Mohammed Medani
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This salad is the perfect summer dish.


Jitendra Mishra
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit.


Ashley Shipman
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This salad is so easy to make.


rabia awan
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad.


Rupan Rupan
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Shpejtim Kolgeci
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I love this salad because it's so versatile.


Gaming Zohorul77
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This salad is the perfect summer dish.


Ahmad Ramzan
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit.


Bailey Nicholson
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This salad is so easy to make.


Madison Wagemann
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad.


Sherazi Jan
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Adnan Khalil Nanitalwala
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I love this salad because it's so versatile. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my taste.


Carlos Jacob
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This salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light and refreshing, and it's packed with flavor.


Phemelo Maleke
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Yellow Green
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This salad was delicious! I made it for a potluck and it was a hit. I especially loved the combination of the chicken, pasta, and vegetables.