CHICKEN AND BASIL PASTA SALAD

Chicken and Basil Pasta Salad image

Provided by Audrey M

Time 2h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 ounces packaged dried corkscrew macaroni (about 1 cup)
1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
nonstick cooking spray
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 plum tomatoes, halved lengthwise and sliced
1 small zucchini or 1 small summer squash, halved lengthwise and sliced
1/4 cup sliced green onion
2/3 cup reduced-calorie Italian dressing or 2/3 cup clear fat-free Italian salad dressing
1/4 cup snipped fresh basil

Steps:

Cook macaroni according to package directions, except omit any oil and use 1/4 teaspoon salt.
Drain pasta.
Rinse with cold water.
Drain pasta again.
Meanwhile, cut chicken into 1” pieces.
Coat an unheated large skillet with nonstick cooking spray.
Preheat over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink.
Sprinkle with the salt and pepper.
Remove chicken from heat.
In a large mixing bowl, toss together cooked macaroni, chicken, tomatoes, zucchini or summer squash, and green onions.
Sprinkle with basil.
Toss to coat.
Cover and refrigerate at last 2 hours or up to 6 hours.
Toss salad before serving.