MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN AND PASTA SALAD (LOW GI, LOWFAT)

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From "The Good Carb Cookbook", posted for safe keeping. Note: Cooking time = refrigeration time. Note: 5/8 cups dressing is 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons.

Provided by Treewoman

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 2h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomato (not packed in oil)
1/4 cup water
4 ounces rigatoni pasta or 3 cups rigatoni pasta
1 1/2 cups diced chicken breasts (roasted or grilled) or 8 ounces diced chicken breasts (roasted or grilled)
1 cup chopped canned artichoke heart (drained)
1/4 cup sliced black olives
1/4 cup sliced scallion
5/8 cup low-fat Italian salad dressing (nonfat or lowfat) or 5/8 cup reduced-fat red wine vinaigrette (nonfat or lowfat)
8 cups torn romaine lettuce
1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Combine the dried tomatoes and water in a small pot and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2 minutes or until the tomatoes are soft and the liquid is absorbed. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
  • Cook the pasta al dente according to package directions. Drain, rinse with cool water and drain again.
  • Put the cooked pasta in a medium sized bowl. Add the tomatoes, chicken, artichoke hearts, olive and scallions; toss to mix well. Pour 1/4 cup of the dressing over pasta mixture, and toss to mix well. Cover the pasta mixture and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  • When ready to serve, place the romaine in a large bowl and add the pasta mixture, the remaining dressing, and, if desired, the walnuts. Toss to mix well. Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the salad and toss again. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.1, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 31.7, Sodium 670.9, Carbohydrate 33.3, Fiber 7.4, Sugar 5.2, Protein 9.7

Md Shuhand
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth it! The chicken and pasta salad were both delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who has a little extra time to cook.


Faooq Faooq
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I'm not a fan of sun-dried tomatoes, so I substituted them with fresh tomatoes in the pasta salad. It turned out great! The chicken was also very flavorful. I would definitely make this recipe again.


Jeremiah Darwin
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This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and herbs to the chicken and pasta salad, and it turned out much better. I would recommend this recipe to people who like mild flavors.


JOHN BANDA
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the chicken and pasta salad. I especially loved the fact that it was a low-fat and low-GI recipe. I will definitely be making this again.


malisa kaminski
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the pasta salad was delicious. I especially loved the dressing. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Dadyskill DMK
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I'm always looking for new and healthy recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the pasta salad was flavorful and refreshing. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a healthy and de


Hamza Liaqat
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the pasta salad was refreshing and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a healthy and delicious meal.


BB
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The marinade for the chicken is so flavorful! The chicken turned out juicy and tender, and the pasta salad was a perfect complement. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Jodie Baylis
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This recipe was easy to follow and turned out great! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the pasta salad was delicious. I especially loved the dressing. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a healthy and flavorful meal.


Mahamodul haque
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I'm a big fan of Mediterranean food, so I was excited to try this recipe. It definitely didn't disappoint! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the pasta salad was flavorful and refreshing. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves


Alexandra Serrano
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I made this recipe for dinner last night and my family loved it! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the pasta salad was a perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Munu Chaudhary
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth it! The chicken and pasta salad were both delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who has a little extra time to cook.


Md Nur Nabi
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I'm not a fan of sun-dried tomatoes, so I substituted them with fresh tomatoes in the pasta salad. It turned out great! The chicken was also very flavorful. I would definitely make this recipe again.


Azzay
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This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and herbs to the chicken and pasta salad, and it turned out much better. I would recommend this recipe to people who like mild flavors.


Gideon Dav
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the chicken and pasta salad. I especially loved the fact that it was a low-fat and low-GI recipe. I will definitely be making this again.


Bob Atherton
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This recipe was easy to follow and turned out great! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the pasta salad was flavorful and refreshing. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a healthy and delicious meal.


Kyra Gonzales
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind! The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the pasta salad was the perfect side dish. I especially loved the sun-dried tomatoes and feta cheese in the salad. I'll definitely be making th


Gemma Bailey
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This recipe was absolutely delicious! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the pasta salad was a perfect complement. I loved the fresh vegetables and herbs in the salad, and the dressing was light and tangy. I will definitely be making this agai